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James Burton, John Anderson and Toby Keith join the Country Music Hall of Fame

James Burton, John Anderson and Toby Keith join the Country Music Hall of Fame

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — James Burton, John Anderson and Toby Keith on Monday became the newest members to join the Country Music Hall of Fame.
'I enjoy being the first': Maestro Fresh Wes doesn't mind breaking hip-hop barriers

'I enjoy being the first': Maestro Fresh Wes doesn't mind breaking hip-hop barriers

TORONTO — Some moments in a career of "firsts" achieved by rapper Maestro Fresh Wes seem bigger than him, and next Sunday is certainly one of them.
Music Review: Justin Timberlake returns on nostalgic 'Everything I Thought It Was'

Music Review: Justin Timberlake returns on nostalgic 'Everything I Thought It Was'

LOS ANGELES (AP) — In its better tracks, Justin Timberlake's first new album in six years, “Everything I Thought It Was,” is a return to form for the musician.
Russell Wilson, founding member of Hamilton band Junkhouse, dies at 62

Russell Wilson, founding member of Hamilton band Junkhouse, dies at 62

TORONTO — Russell Wilson, co-founder and one-time bassist of Canadian rock act Junkhouse, has died at age 62. A statement from Tom Wilson, who is not related to Russell, confirmed his former bandmate died earlier this week.
Hans Zimmer talks about first North American tour dates in 7 years, the magic of composing for film

Hans Zimmer talks about first North American tour dates in 7 years, the magic of composing for film

LOS ANGELES (AP) — For generations, German composer Hans Zimmer 's film scores have soundtracked magic movie moments in “The Lion King,” “Gladiator," the “Dark Knight” trilogy, and most recently, “Dune” and “Dune: Part Two.
Composer Hans Zimmer is bringing his blockbuster-inspired live shows to Canada

Composer Hans Zimmer is bringing his blockbuster-inspired live shows to Canada

Oscar-winning German composer Hans Zimmer has produced some of Hollywood’s best-known film scores, written countless pieces of music and recently put on sold-out live shows across Europe.
Neil Young says he will return to Spotify after 2-year boycott over Joe Rogan

Neil Young says he will return to Spotify after 2-year boycott over Joe Rogan

TORONTO — Neil Young is coming back to Spotify.
Jelly Roll, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, Megan Moroney, Cody Johnson lead CMT Music Awards noms

Jelly Roll, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, Megan Moroney, Cody Johnson lead CMT Music Awards noms

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jelly Roll, Kelsea Ballerini , Lainey Wilson, Megan Moroney, and Cody Johnson are the leading nominees for the 2024 CMT Music Awards, celebrating the best in country music videos.
Beyoncé's new album will be called 'Act II: Cowboy Carter'

Beyoncé's new album will be called 'Act II: Cowboy Carter'

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Beyoncé is full of surprises — and on Tuesday, dropped yet another one. Her forthcoming album has a name: ‘Act II: Cowboy Carter.
'Pure nightmare': Montreal-based musician wins $1.5 million in defamation lawsuit

'Pure nightmare': Montreal-based musician wins $1.5 million in defamation lawsuit

CALGARY — A Quebec-based electronic music artist hopes to get his career and life back on track after triumphing in an Alberta defamation lawsuit tied to social media posts accusing him of being a sexual predator. "It was terrible.
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