Death And The Iron Maiden
A year after his diagnosis with cancer, the lead singer of Iron Maiden talks about recovery, mortality and the band's 16th album, The Book of Souls.
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At 84, Award-Winning Actress Rita Moreno Tries New Projects
Rita Moreno will receive the Kennedy Center Honor next month for her career in show business. With a new gig as a voice in an animated TV series and a new album, there's no way she's done performing.
'This Is Our Guy': Musicians Rally For Harry Nilsson, An Icon Who Dodged Fame
Two decades after his death, Harry Nilsson has become a common cause for a group of artists hellbent on getting him into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. (They even wrote a song about it.)
The Diverse World Of Yo-Yo Ma
Sample the musically omnivorous cellist's wide-ranging work — from J.S. Bach to modern invocations of ancient folk traditions.
'Such A Perfect Fit': David Gilmour And Polly Samson On 20 Years Of Collaboration
Watch the striking, animated video for David Gilmour's "The Girl in the Yellow Dress," from his new album Rattle That Lock. The song features lyrics by Gilmour's wife, Polly Samson.
Remembering Henry Jacobs, The 'Goof-Off' Who Pioneered Surround Sound
Jacobs' achievements are almost too diverse to list: a humorist, record producer, sound designer and radio host, he achieved little fame but was a catalyst for giant steps in the worlds he touched.
Federal Judge Rules 'Happy Birthday' Is In The Public Domain
A federal judge in Los Angeles has ruled that "Happy Birthday" should be in the public domain. Piano arrangements were copyrighted in 1935, but they apparently don't cover the lyrics.
Phil Woods, Top Jazz Saxophonist, Has Died
The alto player, one of many to be inspired by Charlie Parker, enjoyed a six-decade career as a leading bandleader and first-call sideman. He was 83.
If The Floor's A-Rockin', Just Keep A-Bouncin'
Portland's Crystal Ballroom has one of the few remaining spring-loaded dance floors in the country. It's put a spring in the step of jitterbuggers, Grateful Dead fans and EDM dancers alike.
Marian McLaughlin Explains 'Spirit House' Track By Track
The guitarist offers commentary on each song from her new album, which you can hear in its entirety.