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Janelle Monae, Timbaland will be featured on an album for the World CupJanelle Monae, Kelly Rowland, and other singers are pairing with filmmakers to create a visual album celebrating soccer that is being curated by Pepsi. Janelle Monae's single for the album, 'Heroes,' debuted in April.
Katy Perry, Justin Timberlake triumph at the Billboard Music AwardsKaty Perry and Robin Thicke took top prizes at the 2014 Billboard Music Awards, with Katy Perry taking the prize for top female artist.
Wango Tango 2014 includes Maroon 5, Christina AguileraWango Tango 2014 featured performances by Ariana Grande and Iggy Azalea, among others. Wango Tango 2014 was held in Carson, Calif.
Ariana Grande's single tops Billboard digital chartAriana Grande's song 'Problem' came in at number one on Billboard's digital songs chart in the first week of its release with the biggest digital opening for a song this year, according to Billboard. Ariana Grande will perform this summer at the annual Roots' 4th of July Jam in Philadelphia.
Pharrell Williams replaces Cee Lo Green as 'Voice' judgePharrell Williams will begin his job as a judge on NBC's 'The Voice' this fall. Pharrell Williams was recently nominated for an Oscar for his song 'Happy.'
Warriors for jazzAs one jazz venue after another closes, some colleges in America are betting heavily that the music genre still has a future.
Pono leads a listening revolutionPono, the digital player championed by Neil Young, attempts to bring some of the music back to listeners that's missing from MP3s, which compress songs so radically that engineers estimate we're only getting around 5 percent of the intended sound.
SXSW: Lady Gaga performs as festival continues after tragedySXSW: Lady Gaga took the stage at the festival after a driver fleeing police went through a street barricade on March 13. The SXSW, or South by Southwest, Festival is held in Austin, Texas.
Miranda Lambert's new album 'Platinum' will arrive this JuneMiranda Lambert will release her first album in more than two years this summer. Miranda Lambert says a duet with Carrie Underwood on the album has the two 'coming together as a force.'
Has rock been crowded out?Few of the winners at this year's Grammy Awards create their music in a traditional rock band setting.
Lady Gaga, Elton John receive GLAAD nominationsLady Gaga, the film 'Dallas Buyers Club,' and other performers and works were nominated for GLAAD awards. Lady Gaga was nominated for outstanding musical artist.
Jennifer Nettles' new album displays her emotional connection to the musicJennifer Nettles' album 'That Girl' recalls Carole King and Linda Ronstadt more than other contemporary releases. Jennifer Nettles is a member of Sugarland.
Derek Trucks, Warren Haynes will be leaving Allman Brothers BandDerek Trucks and Warren Haynes, two members of the Allman Brothers Band, will be leaving the group at the end of the year. Derek Trucks and Warren Haynes are departing in order to spend more time with their families and work on other projects, according to their spokeswomen.
Linda Ronstadt, Nirvana will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame next yearLinda Ronstadt, Kiss, and other musicians will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this April. Linda Ronstadt and Peter Gabriel, among others, were nominated for the first time.
Beyonce announces, releases new album 'Beyonce' on the same dayBeyonce's new self-titled album was released on iTunes on Dec. 13. The newest album is Beyonce's fifth.
A chamber orchestra in ... a bar?Chamber orchestras are forgoing traditional venues to perform in places like bars, public transportation, and on top of buildings.
March of the iBandOhio State's marching band has America buzzing, all because of two band members who used twenty-first century technology to craft visually stunning shows.
Ellie Goulding, Lorde contribute to the 'Hunger Games: Catching Fire' soundtrackEllie Goulding sings a track titled 'Mirror' while The Lumineers perform a song titled 'Gale Song' for the soundtrack for the upcoming film. Ellie Goulding also recently announced upcoming tour dates.
Justin Timberlake, Katy Perry will perform at the American Music AwardsJustin Timberlake, Miley Cyrus, and other artists will perform at the AMAs on Nov. 24. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis secured the most nominations, with Justin Timberlake and Taylor Swift close behind.
Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi triumph at the Billboard Touring AwardsTaylor Swift, George Strait, and other artists won the prizes at the Billboard Touring Awards, which honor musicians as well as venues and those who promote concerts. Taylor Swift's 'Red' tour is still continuing.
