Roberta Flack releases her version of Beatles classics

Washington — John, Paul, George, Ringo — and Roberta? No, Roberta Flack was never a member of the Beatles, but in her new CD, “Let it Be Roberta: Roberta Flack Sings the Beatles,” the soul songstress sings classics from the legendary Fab Four and makes them her own.

Family, friends attend Don Cornelius service

Los Angeles — Don Cornelius was cremated at a private service attended by family and family who were led in prayer by the Rev. Jesse Jackson, the "Soul Train" founder's family announced Friday.

Rock Hall gives overdue nod to the Miracles

After 25 years on the outside looking in, the Miracles will join lead singer Smokey Robinson in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this spring.

Hometown finally honors hip-hop producer J Dilla

Dilla Day at the Fillmore Detroit is set up as a memorial to Dilla, who died of complications from lupus on Feb. 10, 2006, at the age of 32. Prior to his death, the Slum Village founder was known for the soulful stamp he put on his productions and for his work with artists such as Common, Erykah Badu and more.

My Tunes: Madonna, Lana Del Rey, Leonard Cohen, Bjork and Imperial Teen

Five songs Detroit News pop music writer Adam Graham is listening to this week

Ashley’s Belgian beer fest doubles its celebration

Last year’s Belgian Beer Festival at Ashley’s in Westland was so popular that owners Jeff and Roy More decided to double the length of the celebration, stretching it from five days to 10.

Tech N9ne bringing Hostile Takeover tour to Fillmore on June 7

Kansas City rapper Tech N9ne is due at the Fillmore Detroit on June 7 as part of his Hostile Takeover tour, promoter Live Nation has announced.

Madonna’s tour to skip Michigan

She's a Michigan girl. She wants her daughter to attend college in Ann Arbor. But Madonna won't be hitting her home state on her upcoming world tour.

Lifetime award for Ross to correct Grammy slights

Diana Ross has never won a Grammy, with or without the Supremes, which is probably why the Recording Academy is redressing that wrong this Sunday, honoring her with a Lifetime Achievement Award.

Chris Brown set to take stage at the Grammys

New York— Chris Brown will perform at this year's Grammy Awards, the event where his career almost ended three years ago.

Guns N’ Roses mini tour to play Fillmore Detroit

Guns N’ Roses is downsizing. The rock band has lined up a Feb. 21 concert at the Fillmore Detroit, promoter Live Nation announced today. Tickets, $49.50-$125, go on sale at 10 a.m. Wednesday.

Apologies from NFL, NBC after M.I.A. flips bird

British hip-hop artist M.I.A.'s obscene gesture in the Super Bowl halftime show is prompting apologies from NBC and the NFL. But it isn't immediately registering as a moment that viewers latched on to.

Flutist Zonjic to open jazz club in Bloomfield Twp.

Jazz flutist Alexander Zonjic has announced the opening of AZ's Listening Room, a jazz club and restaurant. The new place is set to open Saturday on the lower level of Andiamo's in Bloomfield Township at 6676 Telegraph Road just south of Maple.

Madonna serves up Super Bowl grand spectacle

Kelly Clarkson nails National Anthem

Soul Train fans bop on Broadway in Cornelius fete

Madonna launching video on billboards, online

Christian music festival brings diverse talent to Ypsilanti

Craig Finn clears time for solo tour

Fusion Reunion to remix styles

My Tunes: Nine Inch Nails, Arctic Monkeys, M.I.A., Jack White and Martin Solveig

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Aging rock legend helps mother of four find her voice

Electric Forest festival lineup announced