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MTV launches African music awards
MTV launches its first-ever music award program for Africa on Saturday, with acts from across the world's poorest continent nominated for prizes in the Nigerian capital.
Rapper T.I. testifies in Ohio murder trial
Rapper T.I. testified Friday that he believes the bullets fired at his entourage during a wild vehicle chase two years ago were meant for him. He took the witness stand in the trial of Hosea Thomas, 34, who is accused of firing the shot that killed Philant Johnson during a gun battle on Interstate 75.
Punk musician Barker sues over SC plane crash
Punk musician Travis Barker on Friday sued companies linked to a plane that crashed in South Carolina, injuring him and killing two friends.
Kanye West's new album to debut on MySpace Music
Add Kanye West to the list of artists previewing their new CDs on MySpace Music.
Spears makes unexpected appearance in court
Britney Spears made another cameo in the midst of her comeback - this time at a Los Angeles courtroom.
FCC appeals Janet Jackson case to Supreme Court
The Federal Communications Commission has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review the indecency case over Janet Jackson's breast-baring performance at the 2004 Super Bowl.
`Chinese Democracy' album: a 17-year evolution
The last time Guns N' Roses released an album of all-new material, there were no iPods or digital downloads. There was no "American Idol." No music blogs. No MySpace.
Baby-name experts grade `Bronx Mowgli'
The name Brooklyn has been done before, so Ashlee Simpson-Wentz and Pete Wentz turned to another New York City borough in naming their newborn son: The Bronx.
Madonna, Ritchie granted preliminary divorce
After the wedding in a Scottish castle, the mansion on a green English estate and the drinks in their own pub, Madonna and Guy Ritchie's eight-year marriage ended Friday in a dreary London courtroom.
Michael Jackson's assistant: Sheik gave him gifts
Michael Jackson's former personal assistant told a British court Friday that a Bahraini sheik who is now suing the singer was a generous friend, eager to give Jackson money and other gifts.
J-pop producer Komuro charged, released on bail
Top-selling Japanese music producer Tetsuya Komuro was formally charged with fraud Friday in a scandal that has tarnished the image of a star whose songs once dominated Japan's pop music scene.
Ashlee Simpson-Wentz, Pete Wentz have baby boy
Ashlee Simpson-Wentz and Pete Wentz are the proud parents of a baby boy, and they're celebrating with some Bronx cheer - this one is a good one.
Surprise! Violinist Shaham gets Avery Fisher Prize
The last time they shared a Lincoln Center stage, violinist Gil Shaham wielded the big smiles as Gustavo Dudamel made his conducting debut with the New York Philharmonic.
Sean Stewart settles case over fight
A case against Rod Stewart's son over a brawl at a Hollywood nightclub has been resolved.
Dr Pepper to deliver on its free-soda promise
Dr Pepper is making good on its promise of free soda now that the release of Guns N' Roses' "Chinese Democracy" is a reality.
Hill fulfills dream with Christmas special, CD
Faith Hill finally has that Christmas gift she's always wanted.
Kraftwerk copyright case overturned in Germany
Germany's highest civil court has dealt electronic band Kraftwerk a blow in ruling that sampling music does not in principle violate copyright.
`Chinese Democracy' begins streaming on MySpace
Guns N' Roses is spreading democracy to the world.
Britney Spears craves freedom amid career upswing
Britney Spears is craving more freedom - and less of the "control" that's stabilized her personal life and reinvigorated her career over the last several months.
Madonna, Ritchie to begin divorce in London Friday
A court schedule says Madonna and Guy Ritchie will be granted the first stage of their divorce in London Friday.
Lawyer: Michael Jackson to testify in London
Michael Jackson has agreed to appear in person at a London court to respond to a Bahraini sheik's $7 million lawsuit, the singer's lawyer said Thursday.
Taco Bell lawyers get tough with rapper 50 Cent
Rapper 50 Cent is facing a challenge to his street cred - from Taco Bell.
Microsoft lets Zune music subscribers keep tunes
Microsoft Corp. is giving an early holiday gift to people who pay for all-you-can-listen access to the Zune digital music store: 10 songs to keep each month, included in the $14.99 monthly subscription fee.
Strike threat hangs over La Scala gala opening
In dramatic costumes dripping with fake blood, La Scala workers took to the stage to vent their frustration after the last three performances of "The Merry Widow" were canceled by a strike.
NY jury convicts opera-loving philanthropist
Opera-loving philanthropist Alberto Vilar was convicted on fraud charges Wednesday for swindling investors, including the mother of actress Phoebe Cates, out of millions of dollars.
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