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"Idol" finale slumps, but Phillips tops iTunes

Jill Serjeant — Thu, 24 May 2012 19:51:05 GMT

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The "American Idol" finale audience slumped to a record low, but the show's newly crowned champion Phillip Phillips hit No.1 on iTunes on Thursday with his first single "Home."

Elton John treated at L.A. hospital for 'serious' respiratory infection

Thu, 24 May 2012 15:33:00 GMT

Elton John spent a day in a Los Angeles hospital for a "serious respiratory infection" that forced the premature end to the legendary singer's Las Vegas show.

Just announced: Jane's Addiction coming to the Lyric

Thu, 24 May 2012 14:03:00 GMT

UniverSoul Circus displays global flavor

By John-John Williams IV , The Baltimore Sun — Thu, 24 May 2012 11:29:00 GMT

The production, stopping at Security Square through Sunday, shows off acts from around the world

Long before the throngs of audience members generate "oohs" and "ahhs," the staff of the UniverSoul Circus begins to craft its unusual performances, spending months combing the globe for fresh acts.

Summer's 'I Feel Love', other tunes join U.S. archives

Wed, 23 May 2012 22:23:00 GMT

(Reuters) - Donna Summer's 1977 hit "I Feel Love" was added to the United States' archives on Wednesday, six days after the disco queen's death, along with Prince's "Purple Rain" album and 23 other recordings deemed cultural or historical treasures.

2012 BET Awards: Samuel L. Jackson to host while Kanye West leads nominees

By Liz Kelly Nelson — Wed, 23 May 2012 18:47:21 GMT

Kanye West is in the running in seven categories for the 2012 BET Awards. The nominations were announced Tuesday (May 22) in New York, along with the news that Samuel L. Jackson will be hosting the yearly fest.

Just announced: Justin Bieber coming to Verizon Center

Wed, 23 May 2012 14:43:00 GMT

Justin Bieber to perform at Verizon Center in November

By Wesley Case , The Baltimore Sun — Wed, 23 May 2012 14:41:00 GMT

Baysox debut boozy running of the bases

By Jill Rosen — Wed, 23 May 2012 12:52:00 GMT

In an attempt to get more people to the ballpark, the Bowie Baysox are thinking beyond fireworks, beyond sumo wrestling to something they figure folks really like -- beer.

Maryland Deathfest celebrates 10 years

By Wesley Case, The Baltimore Sun — Wed, 23 May 2012 12:27:00 GMT

But has the four-day metal celebration outgrown Sonar?

Has the four-day metal celebration outgrown Sonar?

Ray J hospitalized after Whitney Houston's family alleged clash

By Andrea Reiher — Wed, 23 May 2012 04:50:21 GMT

Singer/producer Ray J , who was dating Whitney Houston for the months preceding her death (the two are pictured together above, in 2008), has long clashed with the late singer's family. The latest incident was at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards, when Whitney's sister-in-law Pat Houston reportedly called security on Ray J when he was seated next to Whitney's daughter Bobbi Kristina.

Miley Cyrus: Sex is 'magical,' makes the world go round

By Matt Donnelly — Wed, 23 May 2012 02:50:00 GMT

Miley Cyrus is no stranger to criticism for her sexually charged image, but the singer and actress wants you to know she's not ashamed. In fact, she thinks sex is pretty awesome.

Raise your glass: The Ginger Smash, Hersh's

By Evan Siple — Tue, 22 May 2012 20:42:00 GMT

The Baltimore "speakeasy" offers this hard cocktail loaded with tartness

South Baltimore's own "Speakeasy that sells pizza," Hersh's Pizza and Drinks, with its gray motifs and urbane styling, features some seriously sophisticated cocktails, courtesy of bartender Jamaal Green.

David Lee Roth promises Van Halen to return, with monster trucks

Tue, 22 May 2012 20:26:00 GMT

Van Halen will be back, lead singer David Lee Roth promises, and when the band returns, it may be bringing along some extra heavy machinery.

Clef Notes: UPDATE: Metropolitan Opera changes position; Opera News will cover Met

Tue, 22 May 2012 20:03:00 GMT

Clef Notes: Chilling blast of opera news about Opera News and the Met's Peter Gelb

Tue, 22 May 2012 18:26:00 GMT

Whitney Houston's last record released for 'Sparkle'

By Piya Sinha-Roy — Mon, 21 May 2012 20:56:00 GMT

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Whitney Houston's last recording - a new duet with "American Idol" winner Jordin Sparks - was released on Monday ahead of the singer's upcoming film, "Sparkle."

Listening to loud music linked with pot use, unsafe sex, study says

By Karen Kaplan, Los Angeles Times/For the Booster Shots blog — Mon, 21 May 2012 19:56:00 GMT

Warning: Music may be hazardous to your health.

Singer Robin Gibb, Bee Gees co-founder, dies at 62

Mike Collett-White — Mon, 21 May 2012 18:36:07 GMT

Bee Gees singer Robin Gibb has died after a long fight with cancer.

Ratings: 'Billboard Music Awards' drops

Tim Kenneally — Mon, 21 May 2012 17:29:03 GMT

The May 21 (TheWrap.com) - 2012 Billboard Music Awards slipped to tie its lowest ratings performance Sunday night but still drove ABC to a ratings win, while the season finale of "Celebrity Apprentice" grew from last week, according to preliminary numbers.

A proper Midnight Sun introduction, only 10 months late

By Wesley Case , The Baltimore Sun — Mon, 21 May 2012 15:48:00 GMT

It’s somewhat strange to write an introduction on a blog you’ve been contributing to for the past 10 months, yet here I am, doing the Internet equivalent to the awkward honk and wave.

Just announced: Carrie Underwood at 1st Mariner Arena

Mon, 21 May 2012 15:26:00 GMT

Adele, LMFAO sweep tribute-filled Billboard awards

Piya Sinha-Roy — Mon, 21 May 2012 04:17:00 GMT

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Energetic performances and heart-felt tributes took center stage at the Billboard Music Awards on Sunday, as Adele, LMFAO, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry and Taylor Swift came away top awards.

Kanye West's 'Cruel Summer' to debut during Cannes Film Festival

By David Eckstein — Sun, 20 May 2012 21:41:16 GMT

Kanye West is trying his hand at film making again, and this time he's unveiling his movie on an impressive stage - during the Cannes Film Festival.

Preakness revelers try to catch sight of Maroon 5's Adam Levine

By Yvonne Wengler — Sat, 19 May 2012 21:03:00 GMT

Twenty-year-old twins Kyla and Keegan Cytryn of Allentown, N.J., stood on their tip-toes to catch a glimpse of Adam Levine, the lead singer of Maroon 5

Twenty-year-old twins Kyla and Keegan Cytryn of Allentown, N.J., stood on their tip-toes to catch a glimpse of Adam Levine, the lead singer of Maroon 5, from the grass beside the outdoor stage.