2013 BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS MUSIC COVERAGE

Cody Simpson to Releases New Album SURFERS PARADISE, 7/16

Atlantic recording artist Cody Simpson has revealed details of his anticipated new album. 'SURFERS PARADISE' which follows the Australian-born pop star's 2012 debut, 'PARADISE' arrives everywhere on J... (more...)

Ed Sheeran Set for Busy Spring and Summer Seasons

Elektra recording artist Ed Sheeran is poised for an exceedingly eventful spring and summer, with a wide array of TV appearances slated for the coming months. (more...)

Will.I.Am & Justin Bieber Among Collaborations Announced for BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS

A star-studded lineup of the world's top-selling artists will come together to perform their biggest hits on “The 2013 Billboard Music Awards.” (more...)

Carly Rae Jepsen to Perform New Song, “Take a Picture” on Tonight's AMERICAN IDOL

People across the country have spoken and tonight their picks will come to life in “Perfect Harmony” on the big stage. Weekly input from AMERICAN IDOL fans helped complete chart-topping singer/songwri... (more...)

CeeLo Green Among Presenters for 2013 BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS

In addition to the fully loaded roster of talent slated to perform at “The 2013 Billboard Music Awards,” Cee-Lo Green, Shania Twain, Celine Dion, Kelly Rowland, Hayden Panettiere, Kid Rock, Chloe Grac... (more...)

Timberlake, Bieber & More Set for 20/20's ROCK 'N ROLL ROYALTY, 5/18

Get ready to rock with some of the biggest names and voices in music in a two-hour, star-studded special, “Rock 'n' Royalty: Billboard's All-Stars.” (more...)

Usher to Receive ASCAP Golden Note Award at Rhythm & Soul Music Awards

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) will honor eight-time Grammy Award-winner Usher with the prestigious ASCAP Golden Note Award during its 26th annual Rhythm & Soul Musi... (more...)

VIDEO: Mel B Presents Adam Lambert With Davidson/Valentini Award at 2013 Glaad Awards

Mel B, Spice Girl and a new judge on America's Got Talent, presented international pop star Adam Lambert with the Davidson/Valentini Award Saturday night, May 11th, at the 24th Annual GLAAD Media Awar... (more...)

The Wanted, Avril Lavigne to Perform on ABC's DWTS, 5/14

On TUESDAY, MAY 14, “Dancing with the Stars” celebrates its 300th episode (9:00-10:01 p.m., ET). The show will feature music by The Wanted, who will perform their hit, “Fill A Heart,” and Avril Lavign... (more...)

The Recording Industry Association of America Adds Digital Streaming to Gold & Platinum Standards

The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) today announced the integration of streams to its historic Gold & Platinum (G&P) Program, the industry's premier award for recognizing artistic ach... (more...)

Creators of LES MISERABLES Among Recording Academy Honorees

Songwriters/performing artists Ashford & Simpson, GRAMMY-winning violinist Joshua Bell, , GRAMMY-winning creators of 'Les Misérables' — Alain Boublil, Herbert Kretzmer and Claude-Michel Schönberg — a... (more...)

Jennifer Lopez to Release New Album Later this Year

2101 Records / Capitol Records released to radio today, the new single, 'Live It Up' from superstar Jennifer Lopez. The announcement was made by 2101 Records Founder and CEO, RedOne (Nadir Khayat). (more...)

Julien's Music Icons 2013 Auction to Feature Bette Midler Awards and More, 5/18

Julien's Auctions returns to the Big Apple for the music memorabilia auction of the year at the Hard Rock Café in Times Square on May 18, 2013. Items will be available in person and online for an inco... (more...)

LL Cool J's Latest Album AUTHENTIC Debuts at #4 on Billboard Rap Chart

Two-time Grammy-winning recording artist LL COOL J's new album AUTHENTIC debuted at #4 on Billboard's Rap Chart, and also landed at #7 on the R&B Chart and #23 on the Top 200 Album Chart. With the rel... (more...)

Madonna to Be Honored w/ Top Touring Artist Award at 2013 BILLBOARDS

The 2013 Billboard Music Awards will be honoring Madonna with the Top Touring Artist Award for her 2012 MDNA tour. Madonna will take the stage to accept the prestigious award which recognizes the high... (more...)

Tim McGraw to Headline the First Delta Country Jam Music Festival in Memphis, 10/4-5

Event organizers for the First Annual Delta Country Jam Music Festival held a press conference today (May 7,) at the Peabody Hotel in Memphis, TN, announcing megastar Tim McGraw to headline the two-da... (more...)

The Annie Moses Band Comes to The Ware Center, 5/24

The Ware Center kicked-off its second year last September with a concert by country great, grammy-winner John Berry. Now over 300 performances later, it is fitting then, that the Ware & Winter Centers... (more...)

Lee Brice to Release PARKING LOT PARTY, 5/13; Kicks Off Tour 5/9

Curb Records and Lee Brice light things up with his new summer anthem, 'Parking Lot Party' which will be released on May 13th, 2013 and comes on the heels of his third #1 single in a row, 'I Drive You... (more...)

Brad Paisley's Summer Tour Kicks Off in St. Louis this Weekend

Brad Paisley's first leg of his 2013 tour, Beat This Summer Tour presented by Cracker Barrel Old Country Store kicks off this Thursday, May 9 in St. Louis, Mo., Friday, May 10 Indianapolis, IN and Sat... (more...)

KEM to Guest Host THE STEVE HARVEY MORNING SHOW, 5/8

Motown Artist KEM will take to the airwaves tomorrow, Wednesday, May 8 from 6:00am-10:00am EDT, as he takes on the role of special guest host of the Steve Harvey Morning Show as part of a week-long ce... (more...)

Lee Brice to Release New Summer Single PARKING LOT PARTY, 5/13

Curb Records and Lee Brice light things up with his new summer anthem, 'Parking Lot Party' which will be released on May 13th, 2013 and comes on the heels of his third #1 single in a row, 'I Drive You... (more...)

Carly Rae Jepsen Releases Remix of Single 'Tonight I'm Getting Over You' Ft. Nicki Minaj

Grammy nominated, multi-platinum pop sensation Carly Rae Jepsen releases a remix of her current single 'Tonight I'm Getting Over You,' featuring hip-hop superstar Nicki Minaj, today. (more...)

Lopez, Minaj & More Join Line-Up for 2013 BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS, 5/19

2013 BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS announce more star-studded acts to their already loaded performers list, including Jennifer Lopez, Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, Ed Sheeran, David Guetta, Ne-Yo, Ak... (more...)

Orion Music + More Announces Detroit Performance Schedules For June

The full performance schedule for Orion Music + More Festival, a music and lifestyle festival created by Metallica and their friends at C3 Presents, is now available for fans to plan their festival ex... (more...)

Joe Bonamassa to Perform at Landmark Theatre, 11/9; Tickets on Sale Now

Hailed worldwide as one of the greatest guitar players of his generation, Joe Bonamassa has almost single-handedly redefined the blues-rock genre and brought it into the mainstream. He will perform in... (more...)