Music
Root for Gary talent on 'Idol'
When "American Idol's" Hollywood show kicks off at 7 p.m. tonight on Fox TV, Northwest Indiana fans will want to cheer on Marcus Jones.
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Root for Gary talent on 'Idol'
When "American Idol's" Hollywood show kicks off at 7 p.m. tonight on Fox TV, Northwest Indiana fans will want to cheer on Marcus Jones.
Feb 09, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Michael Jackson doctor charged with manslaughter
LOS ANGELES | Michael Jackson's doctor has been charged with involuntary manslaughter in the pop singer's death.
Feb 08, 2010 | 1:45 pm | Loading…
Fresh notes of java
Rich Halstead, co-founder of Valparaiso's Cornucopia Coffee Company, is as proud of the ambience of his business as he is about its culinary and music offerings.
Feb 07, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
NISO offers romance for Valentine's weekend
Next Sunday is Valentine's Day again! Where will YOU be on Saturday evening?
Feb 07, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
John Travolta opens up about his son
After a year of insurmountable grief, John Travolta has returned to work. He took most of last year off to mourn the death of his 16-year-old son Jett, who died Jan. 2, 2009, of a seizure while vacationing in the Bahamas.
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'Idol's' Castro shines at Schubas
Jason Castro delivered a solid 45-minute acoustic set Thursday at Schubas in Chicago.
Feb 06, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Head to Cubby Bear for some boogie blues
North Mississippi Allstars -- brothers Luther and Cody Dickinson and longtime friend Chris Chew -- have been kicking out rocked up country-fried boogie blues since 1996, released their first album in 2000, and are currently one of the best loved and respected jam-style bands on the scene.
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'Edge of Darkness' an enjoyable, dramatic action flick
The Oscar winning writer behind the cops and crooks classic "The Departed," William Monahan has set yet another flick in Boston. Why not? It obviously worked the last time the script called to have all the actors drop the letter r from their vocabulary.
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Charges in death of Michael Jackson to be filed Monday
LOS ANGELES| The circus that swirled around Michael Jackson when he was alive rolled on Friday as the doctor expecting to be accused of involuntary manslaughter in his death planned to stage a surrender at a courthouse but called it off after prosecutors announced charges will be filed ne…
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Anvil: Metal pioneers are bangin' thanks to documentary
Vintage metal band Anvil wasn't supposed to be here like this.
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The guide to local bands and concerts
The guide to local bands and concerts. Submit your local events online at nwitimes.com/app/calendar/events and to Marge Kullerstrand at margaret.kullerstrand@nwi.com.
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Label chief defends Swift's Grammy performance
The head of Taylor Swift's record label is fired up and defending his superstar against critical comments about her Grammy-night performance.
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Attorney says Jackson's doc is talking surrender
LOS ANGELES | With a criminal charge looming, Michael Jackson's doctor is negotiating his surrender to Los Angeles authorities, his attorney said Thursday.
Feb 04, 2010 | 6:50 am | Loading…
Love's in the air for Jason Castro
He's the dreadlocked hearthrob who caught the attention of female fans during Season 7 of "American Idol."
Feb 04, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Obama says music fueled civil rights movement
Crediting civil rights-era protest songs and their spiritual predecessors for his election, President Barack Obama on Tuesday sat in the East Room of his White House and listened to an all-star lineup of performers pay tribute to the music that he said fueled freedom marches and civil dis…
Feb 09, 2010 | 8:25 pm
Bonnaroo to feature DMB, Kings of Leon, Wonder
Bonnaroo (BAHN-ah-ROO) is known for its eclectic lineup. This summer's roster takes it to a new level.
Feb 09, 2010 | 8:20 pm
Lil Wayne NY sentencing put off for dental surgery
After rap star Lil Wayne spent months bidding farewell to his fans and his freedom, what loomed for him Tuesday was a dental chair, not a house of detention.
Feb 09, 2010 | 6:40 pm
Beyonce, Alicia Keys shoot music video in Rio slum
Grammy Award-winning singers Beyonce and Alicia Keys are filming a music video in Rio de Janeiro.
Feb 09, 2010 | 3:50 pm
DeGeneres says Cowell is 'meaner than I thought'
Ellen DeGeneres, the newest judge on "American Idol," says Simon Cowell is "meaner" than she thought. Cowell, Randy Jackson, Kara DioGuardi and various guest judges kicked off the ninth season of the Fox singing competition last month. DeGeneres begins her stint Tuesday night.
Feb 09, 2010 | 3:05 pm
Jackson celebrity turns doctor case into spectacle
There's no bloody glove this time, no smoking gun, no faded music icon showing up in court wearing a wig that made it look like he plugged his finger into an electrical socket.
Feb 09, 2010 | 2:30 pm
Sinatra, Martin to receive stars in Las Vegas
Sin City is paying homage to iconic singers Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin by giving them each a place on the Las Vegas Walk of Stars.
Feb 09, 2010 | 1:30 pm
UK group urges Elton John to cancel Israel show
A British academic group that supports Palestinian rights is urging singer Elton John to cancel a summer concert in Israel.
Feb 09, 2010 | 1:25 pm
Jackson doctor out on bail, back for April hearing
Michael Jackson's doctor returns to court in April to find out the date for the next major step in the case _ a proceeding that will reveal for the first time the evidence the prosecution believes will show his "gross negligence" was the direct cause of the pop star's death.
Feb 09, 2010 | 12:20 pm
Perez Hilton, Black Eyed Peas manager settle suit
A judge is dismissing a civil lawsuit filed against a Black Eyed Peas manager who punched blogger Perez Hilton in a nightclub last year.
Feb 09, 2010 | 12:15 pm
The top 10 singles and albums on iTunes
iTunes' top 10 selling singles and albums of the week ending Feb. 8, 2010:
Feb 09, 2010 | 11:35 am
Ringo Starr honored with Walk of Fame star
A star for former Beatles drummer Ringo Starr was added to the Hollywood Walk of Fame Monday evening during a whimsical ceremony that also marked the 50th anniversary of the sidewalk attraction's groundbreaking.
Feb 09, 2010 | 7:20 am
Miley Cyrus, other celebs auction items for Haiti
Miley Cyrus has organized an online auction to benefit the relief effort in Haiti, and Britney Spears, Hugh Jackman, Ellen DeGeneres, Julianne Moore, Whoopi Goldberg, Demi Lovato and others will donate items and experiences.
Feb 08, 2010 | 2:05 pm
Daughtry brings Saints, Colts fans together
They are on opposing sides, but Indianapolis Colts and New Orleans Saints fans found something to bond over at the Super Bowl _ a Daughtry concert.
Feb 08, 2010 | 7:25 am
Wyclef keeps Haiti in his heart amid Super Bowl
The contrasts are stark: As Haiti grapples with chaos, death and despair after last month's earthquake, the world's most famous VIPs party in luxurious fashion in preparation for a football game.
Feb 07, 2010 | 12:15 pm
Florez and his 9 high C's return to Met Opera
There were plenty of high notes but not quite enough heart as Donizetti's comic romp "La Fille du Regiment" ("The Daughter of the Regiment") returned to the Metropolitan Opera.
Feb 07, 2010 | 10:10 am
Jazz musician Sir John Dankworth dies at 82
Sir John Dankworth, the British jazz composer, saxophonist and band leader, has died. He was 82.
Feb 07, 2010 | 7:00 am
Leif Garrett charged with heroin possession in LA
Former 1970s teen idol Leif (LAFE) Garrett has been charged with felony possession of heroin after his arrest in a Los Angeles subway station.
Feb 06, 2010 | 6:50 am
Pete Wentz says Fall Out Boy not completely done
Pete Wentz says talk of Fall Out Boy's demise has been blown out of proportion _ but he isn't sure when the rock band will performing together again.
Feb 06, 2010 | 12:50 am
Joe Volpe returns to Met Opera for labor talks
Joseph Volpe is returning to the Metropolitan Opera nearly four years after his retirement to head the company's upcoming labor negotiations.
Feb 05, 2010 | 5:05 pm
Gheorghiu cancels remainder of `Carmen' at Met
Soprano Angela Gheorghiu (gee-or-GEE'-yoo) has canceled her remaining two performances of the Metropolitan Opera's new production of Bizet's "Carmen."
Feb 05, 2010 | 4:00 pm
Grammy winner Feliciano reports harassing calls
Grammy-winner Jose Feliciano has told Florida authorities that he and a caregiver have received a series of harassing phone calls telling him to "get out."
Feb 05, 2010 | 11:20 am
Philly violin shop closing signals death of an era
Over the past century, some of the world's best violinists developed trust in William Moennig & Son, a storied shop they could go to for repairs, adjustments, new instruments and bows.
Feb 05, 2010 | 10:35 am
Timberlake to get pudding pot from Harvard
Multifaceted entertainer Justin Timberlake is coming to Harvard University to be honored as the Hasty Pudding Man of the Year.
Feb 05, 2010 | 6:25 am
Springsteen wants name off lawsuit against NYC bar
Bruce Springsteen wants his name off a lawsuit demanding licensing fees from a Manhattan bar where a band played his songs.
Feb 04, 2010 | 7:00 pm
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