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People love buying Beyoncé's new self-titled fifth studio album. Released by total surprise on Friday, Dec. 13, the album has sold over 991,000 copies to date and is looking forward to a third week on top of the Billboard 200. However, for as much as people love buying music, they also love getting it for free, and according to Billboard.biz, "Beyoncé" is one hot illegally downloaded set. -
Jack White's Third Man Records co-release Paramount Records box set with Revenant Records
For the most of 2013, Jack White has been working on an archival project centered around Paramount Records, a now defunct blues label from the 1920s that worked with artists including Louis Armstrong, Ma Rainey, Fletcher Henderson, Blind Lemon Jefferson, Jelly Roll Morton, King Oliver and Ethel Waters. -
U2 return to Island Records for new album
U2 have reunited with its old label Island Records to release their upcoming studio album, which is due out in the Spring. -
Prince plays 27-song career-spanning set for 2013 Holiday Show [Setlist]
Prince began his three-night stand at Mohegan Sun Arena Friday night. The 27-song set lasted two and a half hours and covered his 35-year career, according to Consequence of Sound. He was backed by a 21-piece band including members of 3rdEyeGirl and New Power Generation. The set included hits "Purple Rain" and "When Doves Cry" as well as a the 1980s B-side "She's Always in My Hair." He also played "Mutiny" from his one-off project The Family. -
David Bowie provided a special Christmas and New Year's message on BBC Radio 6 in the voice of Elvis Presley
Most people have some sort of Christmas wish list before the season hits, even if we say we don't and insist that we don't really need anything. Whether it be the latest in technology like a new tablet, game console, or some of the basics, like sweaters and socks, we never know if we'll get what we asked for. We never know if Santa will oblige. Busy guy. -
Britney Spears 'Piece of Me' dress rehearsal reveals skimpy outfits, lip syncing pop star
Britney Spears' Las Vegas residency begins tonight (Dec. 27). Entitled "Piece Of Me," the best-of show has the industry buzzing about whether or not the program will be a success and if it is, what it will mean for future pop acts in Sin City. -
In Memoriam 2013: Looking back at those we've mourned on Music Times this year
Every year, we must say goodbye to people in the music industry whose work has influenced our world today. Although we don't have the space to include everyone who has died this year, we would like to honor some of those we have written about on Music Times in 2013. Click on each link to read their stories. -
Kanye West to be studied in an academic textbook called 'The Cultural Impact of Kanye West'
Incase you think you're not reading enough about Kanye West on a daily basis, come March 6, 2014, you get to study the hip-hop "genius" in textbook form. -
Beck and Til Schweiger of 'Inglorious Basterds' are suing each other
Alt-rocker Beck has entered battle with Inglorious Bastered actor Til Schweiger, who played Sgt. Hugo Stiglitz in the film and is one of the top filmmakers in Germany. According to gossip site TMZ, Schweiger claims that Beck destroyed his Malibu rental property. He had been renting it to the rocker for $11,000 per month from 2010 until February of this year. -
Sneak peek: Sara Bareilles, Sheryl Crow on 'Artists Den' TV series with Vampire Weekend, Phoenix
The seventh season of "Live from the Artists Den" will premiere this January 29th. Sara Bareilles, Sheryl Crow, Vampire Weekend and Phoenix will appear on PBS. -
Kanye West says he is finished ranting for 'six months at least'
Kanye West has had a few choice words to say this year on topics ranging from The Grammys to fashion. But according to SPIN, the rapper might be taking a break from these onstage monologues in the coming year. -
A new study suggests Jay Z's brand is suffering due to lack of authenticity
Jay Z's brand has had its hand in everything from music to fashion to sports, but according to research from celebrity branding expert Jeetendr Sehdev (via Business Insider), his brand might not be as influential as people think.
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