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Glen Campbell cancels 'Goodbye' shows in Australia, NZupdated: Wed Jul 18 2012 17:07:00

The final international leg of Glen Campbell's "Goodbye Tour" in Australia and New Zealand has been canceled because the long flight would have been too taxing for him, his representative said Wednesday.

Grammy performer faces Alzheimer'supdated: Wed Jul 18 2012 17:07:00

Glen Campbell has weathered career ups and downs. Now he faces his hardest battle yet - Alzheimer's Disease.

Review: 'Katy Perry: Part of Me'updated: Sun Jul 08 2012 09:43:00

When Lady Gaga flounces onto a concert stage in one of her Marie Antoinette-gone-"Clockwork Orange" getups, there's never much doubt that you're watching a glorious ''monster.'' The magic of Katy Perry, by contrast, is that she'll show up to perform in a shiny blue wig with Bettie Page bangs wearing oversize spinning lollipops pinned to her breasts ... and damned if she still doesn't look like the girl next door.

Movie reviews: 'Spider-Man,' 'Katy Perry'updated: Sun Jul 08 2012 09:43:00

Movie critic Grae Drake gives her grades for "The Amazing Spider-Man" and "Katy Perry: Part of Me."

In 1972, the Rolling Stones let it loose for photographer Jim Marshall updated: Mon Jun 25 2012 22:52:00

Based on Mick Jagger's serious expression and Keith Richards' focused stare, it was clear the pressure was on.

Charlotte vs. Tampa: Charlotte, 'you have arrived,' says former residentupdated: Wed May 23 2012 15:05:00

Listen carefully at the corner of Trade and Tryon streets in uptown Charlotte, and you'll hear the sounds that make the Queen City one of the country's best-kept secrets.

Lady Gaga's Manila concerts face protestsupdated: Mon May 21 2012 10:01:00

Christian groups in the Philippines planned to protest Lady Gaga's performances there Monday and Tuesday, just after Muslim protests have cast doubt whether she will be allowed to perform in Indonesia.

2007: Van Halen announce tour with Rothupdated: Fri May 18 2012 12:46:00

From August 14 2007: David Lee Roth hams it up at the Van Halen news conference announcing a new tour.

Van Halen postpones 31 concert datesupdated: Fri May 18 2012 12:46:00

Classic rockers Van Halen on Thursday abruptly postponed more than 30 tour dates, following their June 26 concert in New Orleans, representative Anna Loynes said.

Nas, Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, Wiz Khalifa announced for Rock the Bellsupdated: Wed May 16 2012 16:55:00

Traveling hip-hop festival Rock the Bells has announced its lineup.

Black Sabbath's Bill Ward officially pulls out of reunion gigsupdated: Wed May 16 2012 10:36:00

Bad news for Black Sabbath fans: Bill Ward will not be playing drums at any of the group's three gigs scheduled this year.

Thieves snatch Tom Petty guitarsupdated: Mon Apr 16 2012 06:39:00

For classic rocker Tom Petty the waiting is the hardest part after five guitars were stolen from a soundstage where the Heartbreakers were rehearsing for their upcoming U.S. tour.

Dr. Dog 'not a run of the mill band'updated: Tue Apr 10 2012 13:17:00

Philly's Dr. Dog shares how they use catchy songwriting, vocal harmonies and psychedelic instrumentation to create music.

Dr. Dog on staying true to 'the process'updated: Tue Apr 10 2012 13:17:00

To an outsider, Dr. Dog has all the makings for the stereotypical "eighth-graders start making scrappy recordings in their home and become overnight sensations" "Behind the Music" special.

Veteran Jimenez eyes European Tour record with win in Andaluciaupdated: Fri Mar 16 2012 19:40:00

Miguel Angel Jimenez was well-placed to become the oldest winner on the European Tour as he trailed halfway leader and fellow Spaniard Eduardo de la Riva by just a shot Friday at the Andalucia Open.

John Mayer announces spring tour datesupdated: Tue Feb 28 2012 17:07:00

John Mayer is ready to take the stage once again.

Adele's well and Grammy bound, singer tweetsupdated: Tue Jan 31 2012 12:28:00

Adele's vocal cords have healed from surgery in November, allowing the 23-year-old British songstress to perform on the Grammys stage next month, she and the Recording Academy confirmed Tuesday.

Robert Rock wins Abu Dhabi Championshipupdated: Mon Jan 30 2012 04:34:00

Golfer Robert Rock talks with CNN after winning Abu Dhabi Championship.

Rock upstages Woods to capture Abu Dhabi Golf Championshipupdated: Mon Jan 30 2012 04:34:00

England's Robert Rock upstaged playing partner Tiger Woods to secure a shock victory in the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship Sunday.

SI.com: Michael Rosenberg: Sports and music are often intertwined for artist Craig Finnupdated: Thu Jan 19 2012 14:33:00

People say we suck at sports But they don't understand It's hard to catch with holes right through your hands. -- from "New Friend Jesus," a track on Craig Finn's terrific new solo album, Clear Heart, Full Eyes

Blake Shelton's father diesupdated: Wed Jan 18 2012 17:30:00

Blake Shelton's father, Dick Shelton, died Tuesday evening in Oklahoma, surrounded by his loved ones, leading his grieving country-superstar son to cancel a number of tour dates.

'Contraband' tops 'Beauty and the Beast 3D' with $24.1 milupdated: Mon Jan 16 2012 10:18:00

We're counting on Gaston Wahlberg to lead the way!

A 'Mission Impossible' in the UAEupdated: Mon Jan 16 2012 10:18:00

CNN's Leone Lakhani reports on how Dubai's modern skyline plays a central role in a new movie.

Neck injury forces singer Jason Derulo to cancel tourupdated: Fri Jan 06 2012 11:38:00

Pop singer Jason Derulo suffered a serious neck injury and has been forced to cancel all upcoming promotions and his world tour, according to a release from his record company.

Rihanna to Rafael Nadal: Tennis' popstar makeoverupdated: Thu Nov 24 2011 12:00:00

For most of the year London's O2 Arena, located on the south bank of the famous River Thames, plays host to the world's biggest music acts.

Springsteen set to launch first tour in 3 yearsupdated: Mon Nov 21 2011 09:50:00

The Boss is back, and "things are starting to heat up down on E Street," the band said on its website.

Wilco still 'insecure'updated: Tue Nov 15 2011 13:39:00

Jeff Tweedy and John Stirratt discuss Wilco's insecurities, starting their own record label and raising their kids.

Wilco shares 'The Whole Love' with communityupdated: Tue Nov 15 2011 13:39:00

Jeff Tweedy and John Stirratt arrive in the balcony box overlooking the stage before CNN is done setting up the camera equipment. It's a little awkward at first, as the only two original Wilco band members gingerly slalom cables, light stands and other assorted, potentially-hazardous obstacles to the edge of the box.

J Cole graduates to the big leaguesupdated: Tue Nov 08 2011 11:15:00

Get ready to hear a lot more from J Cole.

Country singer Keith Urban to have throat surgeryupdated: Thu Nov 03 2011 19:01:00

Country singer Keith Urban is expected to have throat surgery this month, after a polyp was discovered on his vocal cords, according to his publicist.

Country singer back at home after suffering pneumoniaupdated: Mon Oct 24 2011 15:47:00

Country music legend Loretta Lynn described her unexpected trip to a Kentucky hospital as "one scary night," a statement from the singer's representative said Monday.

Country music legend Loretta Lynn has pneumoniaupdated: Sat Oct 22 2011 21:07:00

Country music legend Loretta Lynn has been hospitalized with pneumonia, according to the Ashland, Kentucky, theater where she was scheduled to perform Saturday night.

People.com: Mariah Carey a No-Show on The X Factorupdated: Fri Oct 14 2011 14:49:00

The singer fails to arrive at Simon Cowell's home in France to mentor eight female contestants

People.com: Enrique Iglesias and Pharrell Williams to Guest Judge The X Factorupdated: Wed Oct 12 2011 19:29:00

The 32 remaining contestants will face the judges and music's biggest names this week

People.com: Michael Jackson Caused His Own Death, Says Defenseupdated: Wed Sep 28 2011 08:48:00

The entertainer took a lethal dose of propofol when his doctor wasn't looking, says an attorney

London theater to stage Shakespeare's plays in 37 languagesupdated: Tue Sep 27 2011 15:22:00

It will be Shakespeare as nobody has seen it before. Over six weeks next spring, London's Globe Theatre will present all 37 of the Bard's plays in 37 languages, performed by companies from as many countries.

Upon turning 60, Sting still feels like a teenupdated: Mon Sep 19 2011 15:58:00

If anyone knows how to throw a party, it's Sting. And the musician has good reason to pull out all the stops for his upcoming birthday -- he's turning 60.

People.com: Landau Eugene Murphy, Jr. Wants AGT Win to Inspire Hopeupdated: Thu Sep 15 2011 16:33:00

"It’s been a hard journey trying to get to this point," the Season 6 champ tells PEOPLE

Phish to hold benefit concert in Vermont for flood victimsupdated: Wed Sep 14 2011 00:57:00

Rock band Phish will hold a benefit concert in Vermont on Wednesday night to help people across the state affected by flooding last month.

People.com: Justin Timberlake Performs Another Free Show in N.Y.C.updated: Fri Sep 02 2011 19:09:00

The singer plays a second free show in New York - and jokes he doesn't want to be a "serious actor"

People.com: Nicki Minaj Has a Wardrobe Malfunction in New York Cityupdated: Sat Aug 06 2011 06:49:00

The singer exposes her left breast during a performance Friday on Good Morning America

People.com: Joe Jonas Joining Britney Spears on European Tourupdated: Thu Aug 04 2011 19:54:00

"It's a dream come true," says Jonas, who admits he had a childhood crush on her

People.com: Kings of Leon Cancels U.S. Tourupdated: Tue Aug 02 2011 06:11:00

"The band is devastated," says their rep, who blames "vocal issues and exhaustion"

Could anyone have saved Amy Winehouse?updated: Tue Jul 26 2011 22:44:00

Amy Winehouse, 27, was found dead at her London home on Saturday. Dr. Drew and guests discuss her untimely death.

Stardom made Amy Winehouse's addiction battle tougher, experts sayupdated: Tue Jul 26 2011 22:44:00

Amy Winehouse's death, a month after fans in Belgrade booed her from a stage for slurring and forgetting lyrics, raises questions about what could have prevented the tragedy.

People.com: Lady Antebellum's Hillary Scott Is Engagedupdated: Wed Jul 06 2011 12:53:00

The country singer's boyfriend Chris Tyrell proposed over Fourth of July weekend, Scott tells PEOPLE exclusively

Review: Pulp still just Common People to their fansupdated: Tue Jul 05 2011 04:55:00

The main acts in a pop craze always spawn imitations. The "Britpop" movement of the mid-1990s was no exception with a succession of bands, seemingly using either Blur or Oasis as a template. But one band that could not be copied was Pulp, fronted by the irrepressible Jarvis Cocker.

SI.com: Steven Marrocco: Winners, losers from UFC 132updated: Mon Jul 04 2011 12:22:00

On the eve of the WEC's first and only foray into pay-per-view at WEC 48, I asked Urijah Faber what was at stake on a potentially bigger platform with the full weight of the UFC's promotional muscle at work behind him.

Britney Spears proves she's still got it on the 'Femme Fatale' tourupdated: Wed Jun 22 2011 11:11:00

Britney Spears is a dozen years into her career, and yet the kickoff of her "Femme Fatale" tour at the Power Balance Pavilion in Sacramento last night managed to propel her forward.

Amy Winehouse cancels remainder of European tourupdated: Tue Jun 21 2011 15:14:00

Amy Winehouse has canceled the remainder of her 12-city European concert tour, the singer's representative said Tuesday.

People.com: Aretha Franklin Injured - by Her Jimmy Choosupdated: Tue Jun 21 2011 13:13:00

The Queen of Soul fractures a toe in her hotel room while promoting her new album

Michael Jackson's brothers talk reunion tourupdated: Mon Jun 20 2011 19:27:00

Michael Jackson's brothers are working on a reunion tour to perform their old Jackson 5 songs, Jermaine Jackson said Monday.

Chased by boos, Amy Winehouse cancels 2 tour datesupdated: Mon Jun 20 2011 07:22:00

Amy Winehouse's attempt at a European concert tour ended in Belgrade, Serbia, with a train wreck of a performance Saturday night in which she staggered around the stage and stumbled through several songs.

People.com: Britney Spears Kicks Off Tour with Support from Boyfriend Jason Trawickupdated: Sat Jun 18 2011 13:47:00

The pop star brought her Femme Fatale tour to Sacramento, Calif., on Thursday

Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' jacket among auction itemsupdated: Sat Jun 11 2011 21:20:00

Over the weekend that is the second anniversary of his death, Michael Jackson's fans can bid on items the singer wore during career milestones: the sparkling shirt from when he unveiled the moonwalk on television, the leather jacket from when he filmed the world-renowned "Thriller" video and the wig from when he announced his comeback concert series This Is It.

Jackson's "Thriller" jacket up for bidupdated: Sat Jun 11 2011 21:20:00

CNN gets an exclusive peek at auction items linked to Michael Jackson, Ringo Starr, Springsteen and Sinatra.

Kennedy talks of shameupdated: Sat May 21 2011 09:44:00

Patrick Kennedy tells CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta he felt like a "loser" when he first told his family about his addictions.

A son's illness, a father's passionupdated: Sat May 21 2011 09:44:00

In 1990, Garen Staglin received a phone call that would change the course of his life.

Country stars perform for disaster reliefupdated: Thu May 12 2011 14:07:00

Country legend Hank Williams Jr. took the lead on a benefit concert to aid victims of the recent devastating storms, tornadoes and flooding. "Music Builds: The CMT Disaster Relief Concert" airs at 9 p.m. ET Thursday on CMT.

Telethon for tornado and flood victimsupdated: Thu May 12 2011 14:07:00

HLN's Robin Meade talks to musician Trace Adkins about 'Music Builds: The CMT Disaster Relief Concert'

People.com: Cee Lo & Nicki Minaj to Perform at Billboard Music Awardsupdated: Thu Apr 28 2011 18:54:00

Pitbull will also take the stage at the newly revived show in Las Vegas

Lollapalooza celebrates 20th anniversaryupdated: Tue Apr 26 2011 10:49:00

The Lollapalooza festival will celebrate its 20th anniversary this summer with a three-day event at Chicago's Grant Park on August 5-7th with headliners Eminem, Foo Fighters, Coldplay, Muse and My Morning Jacket.

People.com: Stefano Langone Leaves American Idolupdated: Fri Apr 22 2011 12:17:00

Despite giving one of his best performances this week, the smiling contestant sings for the last time

People.com: Coachella Festival Will Draw the Stars - Scarlett? Lea? - to the Desertupdated: Fri Apr 15 2011 18:31:00

Scarlett Johansson and Whitney Port are expected to attend the concert, featuring Arcade Fire, Kanye West and Kings of Leon

People.com: American Idol: Who's the Frontrunner?updated: Fri Apr 08 2011 09:08:00

It might be the most talented bunch of singers ever - vote for your still-early favorite

People.com: Is Britney Spears Going on Tour with Enrique Iglesias?updated: Wed Mar 30 2011 10:49:00

"Unfortunately," says Iglesias's rep, he's staying on his own but remains "a longtime fan"

People.com: Willow Smith Vows Revenge on Justin Bieberupdated: Thu Mar 24 2011 14:10:00

"They got me, but is not over, revenge is sweet and is served on a cold dish," she says

How musicians are raising money for Japan reliefupdated: Wed Mar 23 2011 10:18:00

Musicians and record labels are doing their part to help raise money for relief efforts in Japan following the devastation left in the wake of the massive earthquake and tsunami that hit the island nation on March 11th.

People.com: Keith Urban Shares Personal Home Movie Footageupdated: Wed Mar 16 2011 07:48:00

In his new video, the country star reveals scenes from his wedding to Nicole Kidman and images of family life

People.com: 5 Browns Quintet Perform in Wake of Dad's Sex Abuse Revelationsupdated: Sun Feb 27 2011 13:08:00

The family of musicians maintain a professional demeanor during their first concert since the scandal broke

People.com: Casey Abrams of American Idol Will Sing Despite Hospitalizationupdated: Fri Feb 25 2011 20:25:00

The contestant suffered stomach pains but is expected to perform at a show taping on Friday

U2 will headline Glastonbury festivalupdated: Fri Feb 25 2011 10:45:00

U2 have been announced as the headliner for the first night of the 2011 Glastonbury festival, one of the world's largest outdoor music events.

People.com: PEOPLE's Music Critic Previews Lady Gaga's New Albumupdated: Mon Feb 21 2011 10:31:00

An early listen to Born This Way promises more club-friendly anthems

People.com: Get a Sneak Peek at Jennifer Hudson's Pre-Grammy Party Performanceupdated: Sun Feb 13 2011 15:28:00

The singer shares her excitement as she gets set to perform at Clive Davis's annual star-studded bash

Demi Lovato is home after 3 months of treatmentupdated: Fri Jan 28 2011 22:52:00

Disney star Demi Lovato left the treatment center she voluntarily entered three months ago and returned to her home in Los Angeles this week, a source close to her family said.

People.com: Why Jason Mraz Will Wait to Wed Tristan Prettymanupdated: Wed Jan 26 2011 14:32:00

The musical couple vow to fight for equal marriage rights for all

People.com: Taylor Swift & Jake Gyllenhaal: Back Together Again?updated: Thu Jan 20 2011 17:48:00

After splitting up in December, the two share dinner at a Nashville restaurant Wednesday night

Rock producer Don Kirshner dead at 76updated: Wed Jan 19 2011 01:33:00

Music producer and promoter Don Kirshner, who found songs for The Monkees to sing and whose live TV rock show helped wean 1970s audiences off lip-synched programming, died Monday in Boca Raton, Florida, his publicist confirmed Tuesday.

People.com: Where the Stars Will Be Ringing in 2011updated: Sat Jan 01 2011 11:50:00

From NYC to L.A., Vegas to Miami, the parties will rock and the celebs will be hosting, performing and more!

CNNMoney: Top money-making concerts of the yearupdated: Wed Dec 29 2010 17:14:00

This year marked the year Lady Gaga showed up in a meat gown to MTV's Video Music Awards and country singer Taylor Swift sang breakup songs to Twilight actor, Taylor Lautner. Also in 2010, John Mayer threw in the towel with social networking site Twitter as teens around the world were struck with "Bieber fever."

Aretha Franklin home after surgeryupdated: Wed Dec 15 2010 21:09:00

Singer Aretha Franklin is back home recuperating after undergoing surgery for an undisclosed malady, her publicist, Tracey Jordan, said Wednesday.

World's top 8 compete at the ATP finalsupdated: Fri Nov 26 2010 18:30:00

CNN's Pedro Pinto showcases the top 8 ranked tennis players all competing at the ATP World Tour Finals in London.

People.com: Justin Bieber Suffers 'Busted' Knee During Concertupdated: Sun Nov 14 2010 06:10:00

"Finished the show with a sweet limp," the pop star says

Disney star leaves tour for 'treatment'updated: Thu Nov 04 2010 18:26:00

Disney star Demi Lovato drops out of her concert tour with the Jonas Brothers. HLN's A.J. Hammer reports.

Demi Lovato drops tour for 'emotional and physical' treatmentupdated: Thu Nov 04 2010 18:26:00

Disney star Demi Lovato had an "altercation" with a dancer on her concert tour before dropping out of the show to seek help with what her publicist called "emotional and physical issues," a source close to Lovato's camp said Tuesday.

Michael Jackson Cirque du Soleil show to offer new songs, secretsupdated: Wed Nov 03 2010 15:07:00

Michael Jackson's music and dance combined with Cirque du Soleil's magic promises to be a "beautiful hybrid," the writer-director of "Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour" said Wednesday.

Taylor Swift to perform at N.Y. airportupdated: Tue Oct 26 2010 14:19:00

Airport terminals are always good places for people watching, but star gazing will be more like it for a select group of travelers at New York's John F. Kennedy International.

Prince names first dates, venues for concert seriesupdated: Tue Oct 26 2010 10:50:00

Prince promised he'd bring his "Welcome 2 America" series of East Coast concerts on "a Purple Day in December," and now we know what that Purple Day will be:

Soul singer Solomon Burke dead at 70updated: Sun Oct 10 2010 15:40:00

Soul singer Solomon Burke has died at the age of 70 in the Netherlands, his Dutch representative said Sunday.

People.com: Miranda Lambert, Kenny Chesney to Perform at CMAsupdated: Wed Sep 29 2010 12:48:00

Dierks Bentley, Lady Antebellum and Blake Shelton will also hit the Nashville stage Nov. 10

People.com: INSIDE STORY: A Chilling New Version of Michael Jackson's Final Daysupdated: Mon Sep 20 2010 07:08:00

The singer was a sick, shivering, drugged-up mess being muscled by greedy promoters, a lawsuit alleges

People.com: Lawsuit: Michael Jackson Shivering and Disoriented at Last Rehearsalupdated: Thu Sep 16 2010 09:08:00

The entertainer's mother and children accuse the concert promoter of driving him to his death

People.com: Who Gave the Most Memorable VMAs Performance?updated: Mon Sep 13 2010 13:49:00

From Eminem's sound-off with Rihanna to BoB's double-duet, who stole the show?

People.com: The Scandals, the Outfits, the Rivalries - Get Up to Speed on the VMAsupdated: Sun Sep 12 2010 14:48:00

Will Taylor & Kanye make nice? Will Lady Gaga make awards history? Can Snooki get any more orange?

People.com: He's Back: Kanye West Will Perform on the VMAsupdated: Thu Aug 12 2010 18:30:00

The rapper is set to appear on the awards show a year after his infamous Taylor Swift interruption

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