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The Beatles formally released a press statement on October 21 during 1969 to deny claims that Paul McCartney had died. He wasn't the first celebrity to undergo a death hoax nor would he be the last. One would think that with a news cycle that constantly updates during the new digital age, people would panic less about these things. Alas, it's almost gotten worse. Check out five of the most famous death hoaxes in the history of musicians and how they got started: -
Broods Co-Founder Caleb Nott Talks New Zealand, Lorde And Getting Along With His Talented Sister, Georgia [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]
Caleb and his sister, Georgia Nott, share producer Joel Little with fellow New Zealand star Lorde, and their dark pop sound is reminiscient of the "Royals" songstress. -
University of Texas Offers Beyonce, Rihanna Feminism Class for Spring 2015
If you've ever wanted to examine Beyoncé's "Drunk in Love" lyrics or analyze Rihanna's always fascinating fashion choices for college credit, soon you will be in luck - assuming you attend The University of Texas at Austin. For the university's spring semester in 2015, the African-American studies program will offer a class titled "Beyoncé Feminism, Rihanna Womanism." -
Rich Homie Quan and Young Thug Collaborate on 'Chainsaw Massacre' [LISTEN]
Halloween is rolling around next week, so to celebrate Atlanta rappers Rich Homie Quan and Young Thug have shared a creepy, DJ Fresh-produced track called "Chainsaw Massacre," which you can check out below. -
T.I. Breakfast Club Interview: Rapper Talks 'Paperwork,' Iggy Azalea-Snoop Dogg Beef, Ebola, Doe B's Death And More [WATCH]
T.I. stopped by Power 105.1's The Breakfast Club in support of his new album Paperwork, which dropped yesterday. He talked about his trip to Africa (no, he wasn't worried about Ebola), the evolution of his music, his protectiveness over his family, his upcoming albums, his role in the movie AntMan, the career of his son Domani (D-Money), his thoughts on the death of Doe B, his involvement in the Iggy Azalea/Snoop Dogg beef, the possibility of a tour, and more. Here's what he had to say: -
Lecrae Adds Three Shows to the Anomaly Tour
The Anomaly Tour with Lecrae and Andy Mineo has been so successful that Premier Productions, and Live Nation have added a few dates in. Still running through November 21, where it will wrap up in Atlanta, the tour will now be making extra stops in three more cities. -
Slipknot's Jim Root Defends the Band's Attempts to Help Deceased Bassist Paul Gray with Drug Problem
Slipknot guitarist Jim Root defended his band in a recent interview over accusations that the group did not try to help bassist Paul Gray with his drug addiction that resulted in his death in 2010. -
Jean-Paul Sartre, Existentialism and Music That Lives It: The Doors, Pink Floyd and...Drake?
Jean-Paul Sartre was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature 50 years ago, which he immediately turned down, citing that no author "should allow himself to be turned into an institution." A somewhat ironic argument considering the institution that his arguments have become in the world of philosophy. Although not the inventor of existentialism, Sartre was at the apex of the doctrine during its rise in popularity following World War II. Music Times gathered a few songs that can be seen as representing Sartre's thought process and we hope that all you philosophy majors will lay off if we blur some lines. This is dense stuff. -
Kenny G Visits Hong Kong Protests, Angers Chinese Government
Smooth jazz superstar Kenny G has come under fire by the Chinese government for his involvement in Hong Kong’s ongoing Occupy Central pro-democracy movement. As reported by the "South China Morning Post," the 56-year-old saxophonist made an appearance at the city’s main protest site, posing for photos with fans and sending out a tweet wishing for a peaceful resolution to the protests, which upset the Chinese government. -
Jon Gosselin Dumped by 'Couples Therapy' Girlfriend Liz Janetta, Then Left Her Abandoned Kitten in Filthy Empty Home After Eviction
When Jon Gosselin falls from stability, apparently everything in his life goes with him. We told you yesterday that Gosselin was recently evicted from his home in rural Pennsylvania because he had been four months behind on the rent and was writing bad checks. Now we are hearing that his former landlady Linda Eways claims that not only did Gosselin leave the house a mess, but he also left an abandoned kitten belonging to his ex, Liz Janetta, with whom he was on "Couples Therapy." -
Creed's Scott Stapp Postpones Remaining Proof of Life Dates to Keep From Cutting Sobriety Corners
Scott Stapp has announced that he is postponing the next leg of the Proof of Life Tour on Facebook in order to stay on the path to clean and sober. -
Devo to Release Lost Live Album 'Miracle Witness Hour,' Share Live Version of 'Uncontrollable Urge'
Legendary post-punk band Devo has announced the release of a new live album, "Miracle Witness Hour," which was recorded in Cleveland all the way back in 1977 prior to the release of the band's debut album "Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!" The album is set for release Dec. 1 and will include liner notes written by founding member Gerald Casale. You can also listen to a live version of "Uncontrollable Urge."
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