• The Flaming Lips unveil cover of Tame Impala's 'Elephant' off upcoming joint EP

    As previously reported, The Flaming Lips and Tame Impala are releasing a cover album of each other's music. The two bands begin touring together this month and have recorded covers "Runway, Houses, City Clouds" and "Elephant" (covered by the Flaming Lips) and "Are You A Hypnotist" and "Silver Trembling Hands" (covered by Tame Impala). The joint EP will be available at their upcoming shows.

  • Lou Reed tracks reenter U.K. charts following Sunday death

    The death of alternative rock legend Lou Reed has been the major story in music so far this week, thanks to his solo work and time with the Velvet Underground (and the tremendous influence both provided). As with other legendary musicians, it seems that interest generated by media attention will push Reed's repertoire back into the Billboard charts.

  • Garth Brooks' final Vegas show to broadcast on CBS

    Unless you're among a lucky few, you probably haven't seen Garth Brooks perform live in recent years. Although the country icon has stuck his head out to play charity events, including a fundraiser for Oklahoma tornado relief this summer, Brooks has stuck mainly to playing gigs at the Wynn Las Vegas for the last three years. Even if you haven't been able to get out to Nevada to see Brooks, fans will get the chance to check out one of his shows next month.

  • Arctic Monkeys, David Bowie up for Mercury Prize album of the year

    If you haven't heard of the Mercury Prize, it may be because it's a UK thing -- the award has go to an album from Britain or Ireland. But before you write it off as too narrow of a category, think of the acts from these regions today and in the past who have made a lasting mark on the world of music. Some would argue the shortlist of nominees does not even cover all the best candidates, and there are 12, from the Arctic Monkeys to David Bowie.

  • Jonas Brothers break up after cancelling tour; What about 'V'?

    The spirit of the Disney music generation took a hit earlier this year when Miley Cyrus engaged in all sorts of obscene behavior leading up to her recent release 'Bangerz,' but the scene may have taken a bigger hit Tuesday when The Jonas Brothers confirmed that the band was breaking up.

  • Lou Reed Tributes: Arctic Monkeys, Arcade Fire, Twin Shadow, Pearl Jam, My Morning Jacket and more cover the late legend's classics

    The influence that Lou Reed had on alternative music is undeniable. After his untimely death on Sunday, many fans and artists took to social media to express their sadness and respect for the 71-year-old legend. In the days since his passing, bands including the Arctic Monkeys, Arcade Fire, Twin Shadow, Pearl Jam, My Morning Jacket, The Black Crowes, Phish, Gov't Mule and more have performed covers of Lou Reed's work.

  • David Bowie, The Who, Morrissey pay tribute to Lou Reed

    Music Times scrambled and came up with a short summary on Lou Reed's influence on music following his death Sunday. Perhaps his worth to rock, especially anything considered alternative is best described through the words of musicians that carried on in the genre he helped to pioneer.

  • Quincy Jones sues Michael Jackson estate for $10 million, 'Thriller' producer says contract violated, royalties owed

    Quincy Jones is a legend in the music industry, having won 27 Grammys for his work as a producer. None of his work is more famous than that he did with pop superstar Michael Jackson however. Now, Jones is suing the estate of the late performer, alleging that MJJ Music (a music company managed by the estate) and Sony Music Entertainment negotiated deals on the side the prevented the producer from receiving royalties and credit he was owed for use of Jackson's music.
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