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Britney Spears' ex-husband allows her to visit sons

Kevin Federline has agreed to give ex-wife Britney Spears visitation rights with their two young sons, his lawyer said Friday.

Judge extends restraining order against Britney's pal

Sam Lutfi, Britney Spears' frequent companion and sometime manager, was ordered Thursday by a federal judge to stay away from the struggling pop star until next month.

Report: Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony welcome twins

Jennifer Lopez gave birth to twins early Friday, making the singer and husband Marc Anthony the parents of a boy and a girl after one of pop music's most closely watched pregnancies.

Winehouse Back to Black after rehab stint

Amy Winehouse will sing live at the Brit Awards in her first public performance since she left a rehab clinic two weeks ago.

Winehouse, McCartney steal Brit Awards

Amy Winehouse and Paul McCartney set their recent troubles aside to steal the show Wednesday at the Brit Awards, the British music industry's most prestigious prizes.

Spears 'not capable' of dealing with traffic case

A judge put the brakes on Britney Spears' driving-without-a-license case Wednesday after her lawyers said they don't believe the troubled pop star is capable of resolving the matter.

Lo-fi filmmaker takes stars to street level

The distinctive tall frame of Arcade Fire singer Win Butler scrapes against the elevator lights as seven bandmates, their instruments, a sound engineer and a cameraman stand cramped below his eyeline.

Sheryl Crow's album reflects on survival, heartache

Not much scares Sheryl Crow these days.

Illinois musician's CD salutes Abe Lincoln

Just in time for Presidents Day comes a new album saluting Abe Lincoln. Honest.

'Hannah Montana' dad: Sorry for not buckling up

Billy Ray Cyrus says he and his daughter, the "Hannah Montana" actress Miley Cyrus, simply forgot to buckle up for one of their scenes in their new hit movie.

Britney Spears' ex-husband allows her to visit sons

Kevin Federline has agreed to give ex-wife Britney Spears visitation rights with their two young sons, his lawyer said Friday.

Judge extends restraining order against Britney's pal

Sam Lutfi, Britney Spears' frequent companion and sometime manager, was ordered Thursday by a federal judge to stay away from the struggling pop star until next month.

Report: Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony welcome twins

Jennifer Lopez gave birth to twins early Friday, making the singer and husband Marc Anthony the parents of a boy and a girl after one of pop music's most closely watched pregnancies.

Winehouse Back to Black after rehab stint

Amy Winehouse will sing live at the Brit Awards in her first public performance since she left a rehab clinic two weeks ago.

Winehouse, McCartney steal Brit Awards

Amy Winehouse and Paul McCartney set their recent troubles aside to steal the show Wednesday at the Brit Awards, the British music industry's most prestigious prizes.

Spears 'not capable' of dealing with traffic case

A judge put the brakes on Britney Spears' driving-without-a-license case Wednesday after her lawyers said they don't believe the troubled pop star is capable of resolving the matter.

Lo-fi filmmaker takes stars to street level

The distinctive tall frame of Arcade Fire singer Win Butler scrapes against the elevator lights as seven bandmates, their instruments, a sound engineer and a cameraman stand cramped below his eyeline.

Sheryl Crow's album reflects on survival, heartache

Not much scares Sheryl Crow these days.

Illinois musician's CD salutes Abe Lincoln

Just in time for Presidents Day comes a new album saluting Abe Lincoln. Honest.

'Hannah Montana' dad: Sorry for not buckling up

Billy Ray Cyrus says he and his daughter, the "Hannah Montana" actress Miley Cyrus, simply forgot to buckle up for one of their scenes in their new hit movie.

All-star benefit concerts relics of the past?

Psychedelic album covers. Break-dancing music videos. Rockers with mullet haircuts.

Cher commits to 200 shows in Vegas

Cher said farewell, but not goodbye.

Miley Cyrus, better put on that seat belt

Buckle up, Hannah Montana!

Michael Jackson: Thanks for 'Thriller's' success

Michael Jackson appeared in a video to thank fans for the success of "Thriller," the landmark record the reclusive singer is marking with a 25th anniversary edition.

And the winner is ... Herbie Hancock?

Amy Winehouse, Herbie Hancock and Kanye West didn't provide quite enough drama to enthrall television viewers. Preliminary estimates Monday indicate the Grammy Awards telecast was watched by 17.5 million people.

In surprise, Herbie Hancock wins album of the year

It looked like it was going to be all Amy Winehouse -- until the end.

List of Grammy winners

Here is a list of winners at Sunday's 50th Annual Grammy Awards:

Relieved music biz ready for golden Grammys

As Sunday night's Grammy Awards draw near, there's a sense of relief in the struggling music industry as it prepares for a much-needed celebration.

Amy Winehouse to perform via satellite

British singer Amy Winehouse, who was denied a visa to enter the United States to perform at Sunday's Grammy Awards, will instead perform by satellite from a London studio, and is leaving the rehabilitation clinic she entered two weeks ago to prepare for the performance, her Britain-based publicists said Friday.

Music forgives much in Winehouse story

Even before the release of her heralded "Back to Black" album last year, Amy Winehouse's reputation as a tortured soul threatened to overshadow her music.

Billy Joel playing Shea Stadium's final concert

Billy Joel will make "The Last Play at Shea" in a final concert at Shea Stadium on July 16.

Mystery hearing held in Britney Spears case

The court commissioner who placed Britney Spears under conservatorship held a closed-door hearing on an unspecified emergency motion Thursday.

Amy Winehouse denied visa, won't be at Grammys

British singer Amy Winehouse will not perform at the Grammy Awards as planned, because she has been denied a visa to enter the United States, according to a statement Thursday.

Amy Winehouse won't be at Grammys

Amy Winehouse will not be performing at this year's Grammy Awards because her request for a visa has been turned down by the U.S. Embassy, her publicist said Thursday.

Hit singer almost gave up career

The title of Ledisi's breakthrough album "Lost & Found" is also an apt description for her career path.

Britney Spears' life at risk after discharge, parents say

Pop star Britney Spears is an "adult child in the throes of a mental health crisis" whose "life is presently at risk," her parents said Wednesday night after the singer was released from a hospital.

Britney Spears released from hospital

Pop singer Britney Spears was quietly released Wednesday from a hospital where she had been undergoing a psychiatric evaluation, a police official said.

Winehouse questioned about crack-smoking video

British singer Amy Winehouse has been questioned about a video that allegedly showed her smoking crack cocaine, police said Wednesday.

Beatles' mystical guru dies

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, a guru to the Beatles who introduced the West to transcendental meditation, died Tuesday at his home in the Dutch town of Vlodrop, a spokesman said. He was thought to be 91 years old.

Spears' manager accused of drugging singer

A restraining order against the man who's been at Britney Spears' side during her downward spiral alleges that he drugged her, took over her finances and controlled the ravenous paparazzi "like a general."

Fun-loving '1234' singer has breakout year

Feist's musical palette contains many emotional colors, but there's something to be said for joy.

Pimp C overdosed on 'syrup' ingredients

Influential Southern rapper Pimp C died of an accidental overdose of a combination of drugs he had named in his lyrics -- codeine and promethazine, the county coroner's office ruled Monday.

Judge rebuffs lawyer seeking removal of Spears' father

Britney Spears' father will remain temporarily in control of the pop star's personal and financial affairs while she is evaluated in a hospital psychiatric ward, a court commissioner ruled Monday.

Herbie Hancock rides on the 'River'

Herbie Hancock has been here before.

'Hannah Montana's' Cyrus: 'It's like wow'

Hannah Montana mania has already conquered TV, the music industry and the touring world. Now it's set to take over the film industry.

Behind the scenes at Tom Petty's halftime show

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' surprisingly subdued Super Bowl halftime show was as uncomplicated in person as it looked on television. There were no wardrobe -- or any other kind -- of malfunctions.

Spears' father put in charge of troubled singer's welfare

Throughout the course of Britney Spears' months-long emotional tailspin, one universal question has lingered with each spectacular turn: Why doesn't her family take drastic measures to stop this?

Spears' parents show up in court

Britney Spears' parents made a surprise appearance in a Los Angeles courtroom Friday, a day after she was whisked to a hospital for a psychiatric evaluation.

From Cabbage Patch doll to 'Frankenstein's' Igor

When Christopher Fitzgerald learned he'd be in one of Broadway's biggest shows, he was already deep in another role. He was trying to act from inside an enormous, marshmallowy Cabbage Patch costume, filming one of those offbeat Geico auto insurance commercials.

Mom: Britney Spears resting at L.A. hospital

Pop star Britney Spears was resting at UCLA Medical Center on Thursday, her mother said, hours after police escorted her to the hospital from her Hollywood home.

Israel to Beatles: Um, can you play now?

More than 40 years after it barred the iconic British band from playing there, Israel said it wants the surviving members of the Beatles to participate in a concert celebrating the country's 60th birthday.

Clay Aiken meets Monty Python

Clay Aiken is trying to become the next American Idle.

Manager: Spears has 'mental issues'

Barbara Walters says she has been contacted by Britney Spears' manager and "very good friend," Sam Lutfi, who says the pop singer has seen a psychiatrist.

Many make millions off Britney's escapades

In the days after the Britney Spears soap opera rode a police-escorted gurney to its apex, celeb-mag sales spiked, traffic jammed gossip Web sites, tabloid TV ratings rose and paparazzi photo prices surged.

Amy Winehouse going back to rehab

British singer Amy Winehouse entered a rehabilitation clinic Thursday as part of her ongoing battle against drug addiction, her record label said.

Therapists: Media, stop trying to diagnose Spears

You wouldn't think a pop culture diva like Britney Spears would exactly fit into the usual fare on discussion at the annual winter conference of the American Psychoanalytic Association.

Police investigating Winehouse glass pipe video

British authorities told CNN Wednesday they are examining a home video that shows singer Amy Winehouse smoking something in a glass pipe minutes after she is heard saying she had just taken six tablets of the anti-anxiety drug Valium.

Spears arrives at courthouse, leaves suddenly

Britney Spears walked into a downtown courthouse Wednesday and was expected to plead for renewed rights to visit her two little boys, but she left the building before reaching the courtroom.

Police investigating Winehouse video

Scotland Yard started an investigation Wednesday into a video that allegedly shows troubled British singer Amy Winehouse smoking crack.

Paris Hilton: Spears is a 'great mother'

Paris Hilton is rooting for Britney Spears.

Spears' photog pal's wife files for separation

The wife of Britney Spears' paparazzo pal has filed for legal separation from him.

UK tabloid: Winehouse smoked glass pipe

A home video made public by The Sun newspaper Tuesday shows singer Amy Winehouse smoking something in a glass pipe minutes after she says she had just taken six tablets of the anti-anxiety drug Valium.

'Daydream Believer' writer John Stewart dead

John Stewart recorded some of pop music's most acclaimed solo albums, helping create a style that came to be called Americana, but he was always best known for writing the Monkees' enduring hit "Daydream Believer."

'Hannah' movie tickets hard to come by, too

Parents hoping to purchase tickets to the Hannah Montana movie may be in for a tough time.

'I feel fine,' McCartney insists

Paul McCartney has reassured his fans that he feels fine and has no medical problems, despite recent reports to the contrary.

Paparazzi chasing Britney arrested

Four paparazzi have been arrested for reckless driving while chasing Britney Spears' car in the San Fernando Valley.

Ashley Tisdale: I'm glad I got a nose job

Ashley Tisdale says she was somewhat distressed when she first saw her new profile after her recent nose job.

Elvis costume designer dies

Costume designer Bill Belew, who created Elvis Presley's jumpsuits and the tight black leather outfit he wore on his 1968 television special, has died. He was 76.

'Rent' is ready to close on Broadway

"No show runs forever" was one of the more astute observations of Broadway director-choreographer Michael Bennett, the man behind "A Chorus Line," itself a model of longevity.

Medical examiner says Ike Turner died of cocaine overdose

Musician Ike Turner died of a cocaine overdose, the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office said Wednesday.

Grohl takes Foo Fighters in revealing direction

Even though she's a good few years away from taking stubby pencil to paper herself, Dave Grohl's baby daughter Violet gets full credit for influencing her daddy's writing style.

Court says Spears still cannot visit sons

Britney Spears went to a courthouse Monday but abruptly left amid a swarm of paparazzi without attending a hearing in her child-custody battle with her ex-husband, missing a chance to try to persuade a commissioner to restore her visitation rights to her two little boys.

Clay Aiken: Who's this Monty Python person?

Clay Aiken, who joins the cast of "Monty Python's Spamalot" this week, says its humor was initially lost on him.

Report: Bjork attacks photographer

Icelandic singer Bjork attacked a newspaper photographer shortly after she arrived at New Zealand's Auckland International Airport on Sunday, local media reported.

Singer Christina Aguilera gives birth to boy

Christina Aguilera has given birth to a boy, the pop singer announced on her Web site Sunday.

Buddy Holly's widow may sue over 'Peggy Sue' memoirs

Buddy Holly's widow is trying to keep the woman whose name was made famous by the 1950s hit song "Peggy Sue" from selling a book about her friendship with the rocker.

'Hannah Montana' uses body double in concert

It was ever so brief, but the use of a body double by Miley Cyrus on her best-selling "Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus 'Best of Both Worlds' " tour is creating plenty of buzz.

A Python and his 'Evil Machines'

Terry Jones giggles as he describes his latest project: vacuum cleaners, dryers and parking meters singing opera on stage.

Spears hospitalized; loses right to see kids

Britney Spears was derailed yet again in her struggle to get her life back on track, losing custody of her two sons to ex-husband Kevin Federline.

Autopsy: No sign surgery error caused death of Donda West

The exact cause of death couldn't be determined but there was no sign of "surgical or anesthetic misadventure" in the death of Donda West, Kanye West's mother, a coroner's report said Thursday.

Beanie Sigel sentenced to 1 day in jail

Rap star Beanie Sigel was briefly jailed Wednesday and ordered to live in a halfway house for six months after a second probation violation, just weeks before his federal probation was to have ended.

Johnny Cash tribute at Folsom prison canceled

A concert marking the 40th anniversary of Johnny Cash's famous concert at Folsom State Prison has been scrapped, with the prison and the promoter blaming each other for the cancellation.

Eminem is recovering from pneumonia

Eminem is recovering from a bout with pneumonia that sent him to the hospital.

Did Dr. Phil step over the line with Spears?

Dr. Phil's public brand of tough love sometimes makes him tough to love, particularly among mental health professionals who are accusing television's self-help guru of making an uncalled-for house call on Britney Spears this week.

An 'Idol' loses his record deal

Taylor Hicks might have won "American Idol," but he doesn't have his record deal anymore.

Reports: Dr. Phil says Spears released from hospital

Television's "Dr. Phil" McGraw said Britney Spears was released from a hospital Saturday but still needs psychological help, the syndicated programs "Entertainment Tonight" and "The Insider" reported in a press release.

Mother apologizes for false 'Hannah Montana' essay

A woman apologized Friday for a "bad decision" in helping her 6-year-old daughter win tickets to a Hannah Montana concert with an essay that falsely claimed the girl's father died in Iraq.

Britney Spears hospitalized

Pop star Britney Spears remained hospitalized Friday, hours after police were called to her home Thursday night to mediate a custody dispute.

Steven Stills has successful surgery

Stephen Stills is recovering after surgery for prostate cancer, his wife said Thursday.

Spears' custody lawyers quit

Britney Spears' lawyers in her custody battle with ex-husband Kevin Federline are quitting.

Midnight Oil's leader finding challenges in politics

The music of Peter Garrett has always been politically charged. Now the towering, baldheaded former singer of Midnight Oil is charged with practicing politics -- as Australia's new environment minister.

Federline attorney ready for Spears

The attorney for Kevin Federline says he wants to depose Britney Spears soon, the latest step in the former couple's ongoing child-custody battle.

Girl's false essay wins Hannah Montana tickets

An essay that won a 6-year-old girl four tickets to a Hannah Montana concert began with the powerful line: "My daddy died this year in Iraq."

Kylie honored by Britain's Queen

Australian pop star Kylie Minogue and the professor who created Dolly the sheep are among the prominent figures who have received awards from Queen Elizabeth II in her annual New Year Honors list.

Brandy won't be charged in fatal crash

The Los Angeles city attorney's office said Friday it will not charge Brandy in a deadly December 2006 freeway crash.

Fergie engaged to actor Josh Duhamel

Just call him The Duke. Actor Josh Duhamel and his girlfriend, Fergie, are engaged, his publicist said Wednesday.

Remembering Peterson: 'I was in awe'

Oscar Peterson's dazzling keyboard technique, commanding sense of swing and mastery of different piano styles could leave even his most accomplished peers awe-struck. His death brought forth tributes from jazz pianists spanning the generations.

Jazz great Oscar Peterson dead at 82

Oscar Peterson, whose early talent and speedy fingers made him one of the world's best known jazz pianists, died at age 82.

Toby Keith, family awarded $2.8 million

Toby Keith, his mother and his siblings have been awarded $2.8 million in damages in the 2001 collision that killed the country music star's father.

What's the sound of money? Christmas music

Alan Jackson, Garth Brooks and Toby Keith have a couple apiece. Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton did one together. The ever-prolific Willie Nelson has at least four of them.

Ike Turner remembered with musical service

Ike Turner's funeral was part memorial service, part rock concert.

Eddie Van Halen and Valerie Bertinelli divorce

After seven years of separation, Eddie Van Halen and Valerie Bertinelli have jumped forward and completed an amicable divorce.

Police arrest singer Amy Winehouse

Singer Amy Winehouse was free on bail Wednesday after London police briefly arrested and questioned her in a case involving her husband, police said.

Reports: Singer Winehouse arrested in London

Amy Winehouse was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of attempting to interfere with a court case involving her husband, according to several British media reports.

Police arrest singer Amy Winehouse

Amy Winehouse was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of attempting to interfere with a court case involving her husband.

Michael Flatley awarded $11 million

A woman who accused dancer Michael Flatley of sexual assault has been ordered to pay him more than $11 million for making false allegations to extort money from him, according to documents obtained Monday.

Singer Dan Fogelberg dies

Dan Fogelberg, the singer and songwriter whose hits "Leader of the Band" and "Same Old Lang Syne" helped define the soft-rock era, died Sunday at his home in Maine after battling prostate cancer. He was 56.

Anthrax picks unknown to be new vocalist

Anthrax has picked an unknown singer to be their new frontman.

'Daughtry' is No. 1 album of 2007

He may not have won "American Idol," but Chris Daughtry is the king of the album charts this year, according to Billboard.

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