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Imelda May: Irish rockabilly royalty
The Irish singer talks about her musical influences, upcoming shows, and her signature curl.
Singer Amy Winehouse dies tragically at 27
Winehouse joins the '27 Club,' which includes Brian Jones, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison and Kurt Cobain -- who all died at the age of 27.
The murder of Argentinian musician Facundo Cabral
The folk singer and peace activist is mourned across Latin America after he was shot to death in Guatemala.
The 'Beats, Rhymes and Life' of A Tribe Called Quest
Interview with Michael Rapaport, whose film documents the triumphs and travails of the hip-hop group, A Tribe Called Quest.
Gillian Welch's first album in eight years
The singer/songwriter has produced her long awaited album, 'The Harrow & The Harvest.'
Rock stars' disaster stories
Rock musicians now have a venue for sharing their stories of humiliation, mishaps and other fiascos on the road.
Imperfections key to musical emotions
A neuroscientist investigates what makes a piano performance moving.
Book of Mormon composer Robert Lopez plays songs from the show
Robert Lopez, who teamed up with South Park creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker to create the new musical Book of Mormon, plays some of the songs from the show.
Remembering musician, artist and writer Gil Scott Heron
The influential artist best known for songs like "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised," Gil Scott Heron, died Friday.
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