Grammys honor Nipsey Hussle with a soaring performance
NEW YORK (AP) — John Legend, Meek Mill, DJ Khaled and a host of musicians paid tribute to Nipsey Hussle at the Grammy Awards, filling the vast stage with a soaring performance of his music.
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Nipsey Hussle's legacy takes center stage at Grammy Awards
NEW YORK (AP) — Even before Nipsey Hussle laid down his first verse on “Higher,” DJ Khaled predicted he had a Grammy-nominated hit on his hands.
Little Big Town strike a nerve with Grammy-nominated song
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Little Big Town’s Grammy-nominated song “The Daughters” struck such a nerve with its pointed lyrics about double standards for women that a protester even showed up at one of their concerts.
Whitney Houston, Notorious B.I.G. lead field into rock hall
NEW YORK (AP) — Posthumous inductees Whitney Houston and The Notorious B.I.G. will lead a new class into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, joined by Depeche Mode, the Doobie Brothers, Nine Inch Nails and T-Rex.
Billie Eilish to sing theme song for 25th James Bond film
NEW YORK (AP) — Breakthrough singer Billie Eilish is set to sing the theme song for the upcoming James Bond film, becoming the youngest artist to write and record a song for the iconic film franchise.
Lizzo, Billie Eilish, Aerosmith to perform at Grammy Awards
NEW YORK (AP) — Billie Eilish and Lizzo, both nominated for the top four prizes at the Grammy Awards, are slated to perform at the live show later this month.
Fox adding 'The Masked Dancer' to 'The Masked Singer'
PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — “The Masked Singer” has been such a hit for Fox that the network is doubling down on hidden entertainers.
Lizzo, Tool, Tame Impala headline Bonnaroo festival
Nashville, Tenn. (AP) — After dominating 2019, singer-rapper Lizzo will be the first female act to headline the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival this June. Tool and Tame Impala will also headline the four-day festival.
Coachella 2020 headliners unveiled: Frank Ocean, Rage Against the Machine, Travis Scott
Rage Against the Machine, Travis Scott and Frank Ocean will headline the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2020. According to a tweet from the two-week music festival, Rage Against the Machine will perform on the Friday nights, Travis Scott…
Grammy-nominated rapper DaBaby arrested on battery charge
MIAMI (AP) — Grammy-nominated rapper DaBaby was arrested on a battery charge Thursday night in Miami after arguing with a music promoter over payment for a performance, Miami police said in an arrest warrant.
'On the Farm Again' Woman makes hay replica of Willie Nelson
HUDDLESTON, Va. (AP) — Country singer Willie Nelson frequently sings about traveling and seeing things he may never see again.
Weekend 608: Wisconsin Punk, Hip-Hop, Jazz fests
It's Friday eve, which means its almost the weekend in the 608.
Post Malone got a new face tattoo for the new year
Instead of throwing down the gauntlet, Post Malone put it on his face.
Francesca Hayward in awe of Taylor Swift
Francesca Hayward was "in awe" of her 'Cats' co-star Taylor Swift and loved watching her on set.
Lady Gaga hints to 1-year extension on Las Vegas Strip
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Lady Gaga is hinting that her Las Vegas Strip residency may extend to one more year.
Inuit-Canadian singer who covered 'Diamonds'' dies at 26
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kelly Fraser, a Canadian pop artist who gained attention for an Inuit-language cover of Rihanna’s “Diamonds,” part of her advocacy efforts for her indigenous culture, has died. Fraser was 26.
In first-ever Madison show, Paul McCartney takes fans on a Magical Mystery Tour
It's doubtful Paul McCartney knew much about Madison, Wisconsin while growing up in Liverpool, but after Thursday's performance, he likely knows Beatlemania is alive and well in the city.
Weekend Soundtrack: Billy Joel will see the lights go out at Miller Park
The Piano Man is coming to Milwaukee
After some conspiracy and an accidental slip from the Milwaukee Brewers, it's official: the Piano Man is coming to Milwaukee. Legendary singer and piano player Billy Joel will play Miller Park on Friday, April 26. In keeping with the tradition of this musical blog, we present you with three of our picks of underrated Billy Joel songs:
Weekend Soundtrack: Songs to ring in the new year
For old acquaintance be forgot, 2018 is quickly drifting away into our collective memories. With only a few more days until those ill-fated resolutions begin, many New Year's Eve celebrations are bound to feature a playlist of cheery sing-along songs and hopeful messages for the days to come. Others may include more reflective pieces attuned to the highs and lows of the preceding year. However you celebrate the holiday, here are three of our picks:
Weekend Soundtrack: Forgotten songs of yore
As the Beatles' Christmas song goes, Christmas time is here again. Among the many traditions that spring up this time of year, Christmas and holiday songs are hard to escape. When you're pumping gas, you might hear one of the more than 730 copyright recordings of "Silent Night" play over the gas station's speakers or one of nearly 400 copyright recordings of "Joy to the World." While many holiday songs are treasured classics, some songs fall out of flavor or are left to be forgotten. For...
Punk record store Ear Wax Records closes in downtown Madison
A popular place for Madison fans of punk rock and metal has closed its doors.
Weekend Soundtrack: 3 best live performances from Counting Crows
We'll have to settle for Youtube this time
After the Counting Crows canceled their show at Breese Stevens Field Wednesday due to storms and security concerns, I made a bold statement in the newsroom: "It's too bad because the Counting Crows live show is almost as good as seeing Springsteen." Disbelief, doubt, and thoughts that I may have finally lost it rained down upon Channel 3000's assistant news director. Out of a drive to prove myself right and since the dreads of Adam Duritz will not grace any stage in Madison for the...
Weekend Soundtrack: 3 great tracks from Paul McCartney's new album
Former Beatle singer is coming to Madison
If you haven't heard the news yet, there's a band on the run coming to Madison and they're bringing Paul McCartney with them. As part of his "Freshen Up" tour, McCartney will be playing his first show in Madison on June 6, 2019. The tour is in support of his new album, "Egypt Station," which is being released this weekend. To celebrate the former Beatle's upcoming visit to the capital city, here are three stand-out tracks from his new album:
Weekend Soundtrack: Celebrating the life and legacy of Aretha Franklin
Aretha Franklin died Thursday morning
With the death of Aretha Franklin on Thursday, it's no doubt this weekend her iconic voice will soar through thousands of speakers across the country. However, the Queen of Soul is often mistakenly thought of more for her hit singles than her albums. This weekend is the perfect opportunity to move past the singles and dig right into some of her best albums.
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