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Jackson is seen here performing during the halftime show at Super Bowl XXVII in Pasadena, Calif., on Jan. 31, 1993. (AP file)

Jackson's 'Bad' gets 25th anniversary reissue

In the three years following Michael Jackson's death, his estate has been conservative with posthumous releases from the King of Pop's archives while focusing on other endeavors such as a hit video game and a Cirque du Soleil production.
May 24, 2012 12:05 AM
Guitarist Slash, performing with Fergie from the Black Eyed Peas during halftime at Superbowl XLV in Arlington, Texas, on Feb. 6, 2011, has a new album “Apocalyptic Love” coming out Tuesday. (AP)

The Axeman Cometh: Slash is still rockin' and finally drama free

The controversial Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction of Guns N' Roses is behind him. So, too, are Scott Weiland and Velvet Revolver. Finally, Slash can enjoy life in a band that's not dysfunctional.
May 20, 2012 12:20 AM
Music, mirth, storytelling and games on tap at Ormond Beach Celtic Festival. (stock.xchng)

Celtic Festival returns to Ormond Beach

For Frank McGuire and Scott Macdonald, the journey from Glasgow, Scotland, to Ormond Beach will be a bit easier than their ancestors' trek.
May 18, 2012 12:30 AM
Irish musician and storyteller Mairtin de Cogain will perform tonight at the 2012 Ormond Beach Celtic Festival.  (mairtinmusic.com)

Going for Brogue: Irish musician de Cogain opens Ormond Beach fest

Like any other good seanachie (that's Irish Gaelic for "storyteller"), Irishman Mairtin de Cogain knows tales of the fairy folk aren't really for kids.
May 18, 2012 12:25 AM
Singer Carole King takes the podium during induction ceremonies for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland on April 14. (AP | Tony Dejak)

King ready to close book on music

The voice behind dozens of standards like "It's Too Late," "You've Got a Friend" and "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" says her music-making days are likely over.
May 18, 2012 12:05 AM

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