Lionel Richies memoir now has a title

Lionel Richie's memoir, which he first announced last year, now has a title: Truly, named after his 1982 debut solo single.The memoir, due out Sept. 30, is described by publisher Harper One as "intimate" and "deeply candid," detailing "turbulence,... Read More.

Jackson Browne to be honored at upcoming Music Will gala

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Jackson Browne is set to be honored by Music Will, the largest nonprofit music education program for schools in the United States.Browne, along with Sara Bareilles, Wyclef Jean and Kristin Chenoweth, will be celebrated at the group’s annual... Read More.

Barbie honoring Alicia Keys with her own Barbie

Alicia Keys is getting her own Barbie. The brand has announced it's making a doll in her likeness, and will do the same for her recording and mix engineer Ann Mincieli.Their dolls are dressed in jeans and T-shirts bearing with the phrase "She is The Music," a... Read More.

Pope Francis continues to improve in the hospital, Vatican says

(LONDON and oROME) -- Pope Francis' condition continued to improve on Thursday, with the pontiff alternating between high-flow oxygen therapy and ventimask, according to the Vatican."Given the complexity of his clinical condition, further days of clinical stability are needed to clarify the prognosis," the... Read More.

Usher to receive honorary degree at Emory University

Usher's charitable efforts and contributions to music have earned him an honorary degree at Emory University, which he'll accept during its 180th commencement. He'll be honored with an honorary doctor of humane letters degree and is set to deliver the commencement speech.“There are few artists... Read More.