Bruno Mars throws "Grenade" to top of singles chart

2010-12-30 09:05:31

Bruno Mars ended Katy Perry's three-week reign on Billboard's Hot 100 singles chart on Wednesday, rising one place to the top with "Grenade," his second No. 1 hit as a lead artist.

Singer Edie Brickell resurfaces with two albums

2010-12-30 07:58:13

It is common for musicians who once claimed fame to try to hold onto it by any means possible, but folk-pop singer Edie Brickell is content simply to make music with little concern over recapturing her former stardom.

Taylor Swift, Susan Boyle lead U.S. album chart

2010-12-30 07:58:13

Taylor Swift's "Speak Now" ruled the Christmas week album chart in the United States, giving the pop-country starlet a fourth nonconsecutive week at the top.

Bon Jovi and AC/DC top concert draws in 2010

2010-12-29 13:54:07

Bon Jovi may have recently been snubbed by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, but the veteran band still ended the year as the world's top concert attraction, according to a trade publication.

Chris Brown hints at Justin Bieber collaboration

2010-12-28 07:54:02

Could a Chris Brown and Justin Bieber duet be debuting the near future? According to the older R&B/pop singer, the two have joined forces for a new song set to premiere early next year.

Katy Perry leads singles chart for third week

2010-12-27 11:27:56

Katy Perry's "Firework" led Billboard's Hot 100 singles chart for a third week, while Bruno Mars' "Grenade" moved up one to No. 2 and was in prime position to take over the No. 1 slot next week.

New Justin Bieber song "Ride" is for another artist

2010-12-24 07:51:15

Another previously unheard Justin Bieber song has hit the web: "Ride," an uptempo dance track that leaked online Wednesday and finds the 16-year-old pop star reflecting on -- what else?

Rapper Nelly moves forward in life by giving back

2010-12-24 07:50:59

Ten years into a successful career, rapper Nelly is all about giving back to his hometown community and to the fans who helped make him famous.

Led Zeppelin drummer's son plays to similar beat

2010-12-24 07:50:20

There's no sugar-coating the death of John Bonham.

Film producer sues over 'Black Swan'

2010-12-24 07:50:20

A New York film production company has sued its former president, claiming "gross lapses in judgment" cost the company millions of dollars in lost revenue and a producer credit on the movie "Black Swan."

Foo Fighters play new songs at secret L.A. show

2010-12-23 13:49:54

The Foo Fighters took time out from finishing their new album to unveil some new tunes and dust off some oldies at a secret club show for fans, family members and famous friends in Los Angeles on Tuesday.

Taylor Swift returns to No. 1 on U.S. album chart

2010-12-23 09:26:36

Taylor Swift returned to the No. 1 slot on the U.S. pop album chart on Wednesday, knocking reigning champ Susan Boyle to No. 2, and holding Michael Jackson's new album to a No. 3 debut.