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  • Patti Smith to Induct Lou Reed Into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

    Patti Smith will posthumously induct her friend and former Velvet Underground singer Lou Reed into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame next month. Beck will be in charge of paying tribute to the icon as well for the performance segment. Other speakers include Stevie Wonder for Bill Withers, Paul McCartney for Ringo Starr, Fall Out Boy for Green Day and John Mayer for Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble, 'Rolling Stone' noted. The hall has yet to announce who will introduce Joan Jett & The Blackhearts.

  • Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band Announce Fall Tour Dates

    Ringo Starr recently announced some new tour dates in support of his upcoming album, "Postcards From Paradise." The new dates will occur in October in North America, kicking off in San Francisco on the first and wrapping in Brooklyn on Halloween. He will be joined, as always, by his All-Starr Band

  • Tim McGraw Narrated a Documentary About Shaquille O'Neal and Former LSU Coach Dale Brown

    Tim McGraw's voice will grace ESPN's upcoming documentary about the relationship between Shaquille O'Neal and former Louisiana State University basketball coach, Dale Brown. "Shaq & Dale" is the next film to be featured in the SEC Storied series and it will air on April 13 on the SEC Network. McGraw was tapped as the narrative because he grew up in Louisiana and is a fan of LSU.

  • Fitty Offers Zayn Malik Record Deal if He Leaves 1D to Pursue Rap Career

    Zayn Malik of One Direction has a lot going for him at this point. His singing group is one of the top pop acts around, releasing its latest effort, 'Four,' in November. On the flip side, if the group decided to call it quits, Malik has a record deal offer from 50 Cent to sign with his G-Unit Records imprint. That is certainly a big vote of confidence.

  • Stream Modest Mouse's New Album 'Strangers to Ourselves' on Spotify

    Modest Mouse released its sixth album, 'Strangers to Ourselves,' today, March 17. The effort is the band's first in eight years, following 'We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank.' Fans can stream the new LP, which is out now, in its entirety on Spotify, Consequence of Sound noted.

  • Wiz Khalifa Performs 'Furious 7' Song "See You Again" on 'The Tonight Show'

    Wiz Khalifa dropped by 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' to perform "See You Again" from the 'Furious 7' soundtrack. Fallon did not let the rapper leave without playing a game, though. Wiz teamed up with Miles Teller to take on the host and Jim Parsons in a heated game of Catchphrase. During the competition, the rapper made it clear he does not listen to Taylor Swift.

  • Watch Adam Sandler Sing as Bono From His 'SNL' Days

    Adam Sandler had a knack for spreading holiday cheer on 'Saturday Night Live' no matter what the occasion. The comedian found his niche on the sketch show by appearing on 'Weekend Update' with a guitar to sing goofy songs that have become holiday favorites like "The Hanukkah Song" and "The Thanksgiving Song." The Sandman even imitated Bono and sang about St. Patrick's Day.

  • Kevin Hart Talks Justin Bieber 'Roast' on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'

    'The Comedy Central Roast of Justin Bieber' taped over the weekend and, from initial reports, it sounds like the comedians showed no mercy. Kevin Hart, who took the duties of roastmaster for the special, shared a few details on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' last night, March 16, about the show. The seasoned stand-up said things got rough for Bieber during the ceremony, which will air March 30.

  • Rihanna's New Album: Songs Will Be 'Timeless,' Still No Release Date

    The wait for Rihanna's new album has been trying for most fans. There have been fake leaks, snippets of songs and even a single with Paul McCartney and Kanye West. Her second taste of music from the new effort, "American Oxygen," will run with promos for March Madness. RiRi spoke to MTV recently about the new LP and what her intentions were when making it. She wants her songs to be "timeless," but still no release date has been set.

  • Of Monsters and Men Announces New Album 'Beneath the Skin'

    It's been four years since Of Monsters and Men dazzled listeners with the haunting harmonies of My Head is an Animal. Patient fans should start the celebration because the band has announced a follow-up titled Beneath the Skin, due out June 9. Along with the premiere of the album's first single, "Crystals," Of Monsters and Men also shared some summer tour dates.

  • Rihanna, Zac Brown Band, Lady Antebellum Tapped for March Madness Festival

    March Madness is right around the corner, and with it comes an exciting announcement for music and basketball lovers alike. Rihanna, Zac Brown Band and Lady Antebellum will headline this year's NCAA March Madness Music Festival, which is set to take place April 3 to 5. Kacey Musgraves and Bleachers will also perform, and more acts will be announced in the near future, 'Rolling Stone' noted.

  • The Hold Steady's 'Almost Killed Me' Turns 11: 5 Best Songs From Debut

    Members of The Hold Steady celebrated their 10th anniversary last year with the release of a sixth album, 'Teeth Dreams.' It was clear the band had veered a bit from the sound and angst that graced its superb debut 'Almost Killed Me,' which turned 11 today, March 16. The group would go on to record the concept effort 'Separation Sunday' in 2005 and the fan-favorite album 'Boys and Girls in America' in 2006. None contained the explosiveness the first had.

  • Robert Plant Announces Tour Dates With Pixies, JD McPherson Around Festival Dates

    Robert Plant recently added some North American tour dates to his 2015 schedule. The singer and his Sensational Space Shifters will make stops in Salt Lake City, Las Vegas and Los Angeles before taking the stage at Bonnaroo. The Pixies will join Plant on a handful of dates as well. JD McPherson also signed on to open for the former Led Zeppelin frontman at a few shows.

  • Weeknd Wins Artist of the Year at Juno Awards, Performs "Earned It"

    The Weeknd took home two big awards last night, March 15. The singer won Artist of the Year and R&B/Soul Recording of the Year for his tune "Often" at the Juno Awards in Canada. While raking in the accolades, The Weeknd also performed his '50 Shades of Grey' soundtrack contribution "Earned It."
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