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Here comes today's surprise breaking news of the day: People listen to music at work. Streaming services such as Spotify are making this ever easier, and the service took the time to conduct a survey and figure out just what we office dwellers are listening to, and when. -
John Luther Adams wins Pulitzer for music for 'Become Ocean'
As journalists that may or may not have graduated from Columbia University, we get a little excited when it comes time to hand out the Pulitzers. As a music writer, we can never expect to win one, but at least we can nod knowingly when the committee gives the prize for the Pulitzer's music category. This year's Pulitzer music prize went to composer John Luther Adams for his piece "Become Ocean." The piece was original performed by the Seattle Symphony, and premiered in June of 2013. -
Preview Trent Reznor's score and the official trailer for David Fincher’s 'Gone Girl' [WATCH]
Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross were recruited by director David Fincher to score his upcoming film, Gone Girl. Reznor and Fincher previously collaborated on The Social Network, which earned Best Original Score at the 2010 Academy Awards, and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, which was nominated for Best Original Score at the 2011 Golden Globes. -
Seven great movie scores by rock musicians: Neil Young, Peter Gabriel, and more
Since Hollywood always seems desperate to get people to go to the movies, it’s strange that they wouldn’t hire popular musicians to score their films more often, as that could draw in a completely different group of people that otherwise wouldn’t care about a particular film. I’m sure there are plenty of Nine Inch Nails fans who are anticipating David Fincher’s Gone Girl simply because Trent Reznor co-wrote the score. Here are seven other rock (and alternative) musicians who wrote excellent film scores. -
Court rules Katherine Jackson must pay $800,000 in legal fees for AEG Live following Michael Jackson wrongful death suit
It's been a while since we've written about the Jackson family's lawsuit against AEG Live, but things may be winding down for good. Superior Court judge Yvette Palazuelos ruled Monday that Katherine Jackson, mother of pop star Michael Jackson, should pay $800,000 of the legal fees for AEG Live, whom she had sued for allegedly negligently hiring doctor Conrad Murray. -
Antemasque clarifies that Flea is not actually a member of the band, gives details on upcoming album
Last week, we reported on the new band Antemasque, helmed by Mars Volta frontman Cedric Bixler-Zavala, guitarist Omar Rodríguez-López and drummer Dave Elitch. According to Rolling Stone, the band's label, Nadie, has clarified Flea's involvement in the project: he did play on some of Antemasque's recordings but is not actually a member of Antemasque. They included him in last week's teaser video only as a "thank you" for letting the group use his studio. -
Rumors imply AC/DC may be done; Guitarist Malcom Young suffering from blood clot in the brain?
The rumor mill is in full force with regards to AC/DC, and the buildup of information seems to suggest that one of the classic rock band's members might be ill to such a degree that the band won't ever perform again. Again, we warn in advance that these are just rumors for the time being. -
Prince Royce records Portuguese version of 'Darte Un Beso' with Michel Teló [LISTEN]
Prince Royce's "Darte un Beso" spent 14 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Latin Songs chart. Now the Spanish-language hit is getting a Portuguese makeover in collaboration with Brazilian star Michel Telo. -
Ellie Goulding, Damon Albarn and Aloe Blacc highlighted by Tribeca Film Festival award-winning music videos [WATCH]
Interactive music videos are all the rage in music at the moment, and the Tribeca Film Festival wasn't about to let the times get away from it. As part of a contest, more than 125 videos were submitted from around the world in consideration for use with songs by Ellie Goulding, Damon Albarn and Aloe Blacc. -
Justin Bieber misses court date following appearance at Coachella with Chance the Rapper
As previously reported, Justin Bieber made a surprise appearance during Chance the Rapper's set at Coachella over the weekend. Apparently, this trip led to him being unable to appear in court yesterday in Toronto, where he faces a recent assault charge. -
Tracklist revealed for Michael Jackson's new posthumous album, 'Xscape'
Tracklist for Michael Jackson's 'Xscape' has been released. The release of Michael Jackson's highly anticipated posthumous album Xscape is just one month away. -
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Macklemore & Ryan Lewis have reemerged for a performance at the Jordan Brand Classic. Don't call it a comeback! Macklemore & Ryan Lewis have been pretty quiet since their Grammy sweep back in January, but the duo has reemerged for a performance at the Jordan Brand Classic.
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