Recent Popular Culture Blog | Famous Musicians/Composers PostsMaking History: "The Simpsons" and Princeby Michele Cheplic02 Mar 2009 06:12 PMWho knew a show about a yellow-skinned family with more attitude than brains would wind up making television history? The creator of "The Simpsons," Matt Groening, says even he is stunned by the impact his animated clan has made on society... and they're not done yet. Steven Page Leaves Barenaked Ladies and LAPD Investigates Rihanna Photo Leakby Libby Pelham25 Feb 2009 04:41 PMIn August 2008, I blogged about Barenaked Ladies lead singer Steven Page. He was arrested in July for possession of a controlled substance. The arrest caused the band to cancel an appearance at the Disney Music Block Party in New York. Leonard Cohen Returns to the Stage after 15 Yearsby Libby Pelham20 Feb 2009 02:25 PMI suppose folk singer Leonard Cohen figured that in his golden years, he could take it easy. After all, he had had a very successful musical career. Lou Reed said Cohen was in "the highest and most influential echelon of songwriters. Chris Brown Tries to Salvage Careerby Michele Cheplic17 Feb 2009 06:24 AMIn an effort to salvage what's left of his career, image, and reputation, R&B singer Chris Brown has hired the same high-profile publicist, who helped Mel Gibson run damage control. Usher and Chris Brown Miss the Grammysby Libby Pelham09 Feb 2009 12:31 PMLast night was THE night for musical artists - the Grammy awards ceremony. But, two prominent R&B artists missed the ceremony for entirely different reasons. Usher's wife, Tameka Raymond, is in a Brazilian hospital after suffering from a medical emergency. Catching Up with Britney Spearsby Libby Pelham05 Feb 2009 06:52 AMBritney Spears seems to be making a comeback and while her life is still probably considered crazy by some standards, things do seem to be working out well for the former pop queen. She's getting ready to head out on her Circus tour in March, but she may not be alone. Dixie Chicks' Natalie Maines Suedby Libby Pelham06 Dec 2008 04:18 PMThe lead singer for the Dixie Chicks, Natalie Maines, is being sued by Terry Hobbs. Now, the name Terry Hobbs might not be familiar to you, but if I were to say the stepfather of Steven Branch, one of the victims of the West Memphis Three murders, you might remember his name. Folk Singer Odetta Holmes Dies at 77by Libby Pelham05 Dec 2008 08:36 AMFolk singer and civil rights activist Odetta Holmes, known professionally as Odetta, died this week of heart disease at the age of 77. Odetta influenced a generation of singers such as Janis Joplin, Tracy Chapman, Janis Ian, Bob Dylan, and Joan Baez with her folk, blues, and gospel classics. Axl Rose of Guns N' Roses Calls Out Dr. Pepperby Libby Pelham03 Dec 2008 08:52 AMI was surprised that the new Guns N' Roses CD Chinese Democracy came out before I died of old age. You would think Axl Rose, the only remaining member of the original Guns N' Roses, would be in a good place right now. Boy Band Reunites, Girl Band Splitsby Michele Cheplic28 Nov 2008 07:15 PMLance Bass is making the most of his recent third place finish on "Dancing with the Stars." According to reports, the former boybander wants to ride his wave of renewed popularity by returning to his musical roots. Recent Blog Comments Libby Pelham says... "I just read on CNN that Tiger cancelled today's interview with the police as well." Andrea Hermitt says... "These people obviously have issues." |
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