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Thelonious Monk composed such songs as "Blue Monk" and "Straight, No Chaser." He added his unique style of improvisation to records by Charlie Parker and led a big band.

Kenny Lattimore's album, Timeless, was released by Verve Music Group in September 2008. It is the latest in the singer's compilation of soul stirring songs.

A year after parting ways with Columbia Records, for whom he sold 24 million records, and months after his gay civil union, Darren Hayes, releases loaded double album.

Virgos have a history of achieving top status in the entertainment industry. Beyonce is another celebrity born under the sign who has become a household name.

Three very popular and very talented brothers have made their way into the lives of tweens, and there is no sign of them slowing down any time soon.

Simple lyrics and an easy melody makes "Here Comes Suzy Snowflake" a fun winter song to sing at circle time or the upcoming holiday concert.

How do the creators come up with the stories and songs? They talk about their unique new television series.

Nashville-based country singer-songwriter Vern Gosdin, known as "The Voice" in country music, has passed away at age 74.

Working as a songwriter first, Keith Anderson has written hits like Big & Rich's "Lost in the Moment," the Garth Brooks/ George Jones duet "Beer Run" and his own hits.

October 7th, 2008 sees the release of Bob Dylan's Tell Tale Signs, Rare & Unreleased 1989-2006. The 2-Disk set is Volume #8 in the artist's Bootleg Series.

Since his 2004 debut First Between 3rd And 4th, Cleveland-born singer-songwriter Joshua Radin has consistently impressed. We Were Here is his major label debut.

American Mezzo Soprano, Martha Lipton sang 17 seasons and over 400 performances at the Metropolitan Opera House. She was an important opera star of the 20th century.

Who is MGMT? That is usually the first question asked once one hears the spectacular synth-induced, snazzy, and eclectic sound of the talented and underrated pair.

Minimalism is one of the most popular classical music genres and minimalist composers have been prolific writers of opera. Here are some of the best.

Rosemary Clooney's smooth, rich, vocal styling and her saucy, comedic phrasing captivated Jazz and Pop music audiences for over fifty-seven years.

The unlikely star of Britain's Got Talent hits some highs with a smart and eclectic set of songs sure to please a wide audience.

14 years after their last album, Alice in Chains finally return the the studios to record their first new material since the death of singer Layne Staley.

American Idol Top 5 became the Top 4 on April 29 & 30. Left are David Cook, Syesha Mercado, David Archuleta, Jason Castro. Brooke White went home. Neil Diamond Starred.

A prime example of the Internet's ability to break new bands, Black Kids demonstrate a fresh wit and excellent taste in music and deserve the title of next big thing.

With A Brand New CD Metamorphosen on the Jazz Charts. Branford Marsalis embarks on A Summer tours with a stop right here at the 2009 Toronto Jazz Festival.

With 2 EPs behind him, Cary Brothers releases his first full-length album Who You Are. Building on his earlier songs such as Blue Eyes, it's a confident debut.

The music memorabilia of traditional-country's Charlie Walker has been donated by his widow to the Center for Popular Music at Middle Tennessee State University.

Rock'n Roll Hall of Fame nominees The Zombies reform to play their legendary LP Odessey & Oracle, as well as their other pop gems of the 60s...and even a little 70s.

Country music's Little Jimmy Dickens celebrated his 60th anniversary with Nashville's Grand Ole Opry on Nov. 1, 2008, with a special Signature show and guest stars.

Country singer-songwriters Emmylou Harris, the Statler Brothers, Tom T. Hall and the late Ernest "Pop" Stoneman make up the Country Music Hall of Fame's Class of 2008.

"You're too old and too country" is not what one wants to be remembered for telling one of country music's treasured performers.