Randy Lewis
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Gordon Lightfoot, Canadian singer-songwriter, dies at 84
Lightfoot had a string of folk-rock hits in the '70s, including 'Sundown,' 'If You Could Read My Mind' and 'The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.' → Read More
Loretta Lynn, iconic country music star, dies at 90
Loretta Lynn was arguably the most important female figure in postwar country music as her music challenged the norm of domestic life in rural America. → Read More
John Prine, revered singer-songwriter, dies of COVID-19 complications at 73
John Prine, who survived cancer and heart issues, died from COVID-19 complications. The Grammy winner was known for his keen observations and mordant humor. → Read More
Bob Dylan releases new JFK assassination song "Murder Most Foul"
Late Thursday night, Bob Dylan released "Murder Most Foul," the first original song he's made available since 22. → Read More
Jackson Browne on testing positive for COVID-19, his condition and passing it to his son
The veteran singer-songwriter believes he caught the virus while performing a benefit show in New York: "I feel very fortunate. It didn’t knock me out that bad." → Read More
How L.A. radio is responding to the coronavirus crisis
Local terrestrial radio stations have seen engagement and ratings rise as L.A. residents seek information and comfort during the COVID-19 pandemic. → Read More
Dr. Dre, Mister Rogers, Glen Campbell among 2020 Library of Congress recording inductees
Dr. Dre, Mister Rogers, Glen Campbell among 2020 Library of Congress recording inductees → Read More
Dr. Dre, Mister Rogers, Glen Campbell among 2020 Library of Congress recording inductees
Historic recordings by Dr. Dre, Whitney Houston, Glen Campbell, Mister Rogers are among 25 new inductees into the Library of Congress' National Recording Registry. → Read More
Coronavirus: Lost your music-related gig? Here's what you can do
The Recording Academy and MusiCares announced a joint fund to aid musicians and music professionals affected by the coronavirus. → Read More
‘Huge cloud’ hangs over concert industry as Live Nation and AEG shut down tours amid coronavirus
The live entertainment industry has ground to a near halt, as Live Nation and AEG Presents halt all tours and shows due to COVID-19. → Read More
Amid coronavirus, huge cloud hangs over Live Nation, AEG, concert biz
Two local giants, Live Nation and AEG, dominate the touring industry. They should be able to weather the impact of coronavirus, but others may not be so fortunate. → Read More
Live Nation, AEG suspend all concert tours in wake of coronavirus pandemic
Live Nation and AEG, North America's largest concert promoters, have suspended all tours through March due to the coronavirus pandemic. → Read More
Burt Bacharach, 91, would love to collaborate with Billie Eilish. Who says no?
Legendary songwriter Burt Bacharach just signed a new publishing deal. → Read More
Joe Smith remembered by Don Henley as rarity: ‘A well-loved executive’
Record executive Joe Smith, who died in December at 91, was memorialized Tuesday by such entertainment luminaries as Don Henley, Clive Davis and Mel Brooks. → Read More
Recording Academy's Harvey Mason Jr. on firing Deborah Dugan
After officially terminating ousted CEO Deborah Dugan, the Recording Academy's Harvey Mason Jr. speaks with The Times about the Grammy organization's next steps. → Read More
Recording Academy officially terminates Grammys boss Deborah Dugan
Less than two months after a shocking public fallout between the Recording Academy and its CEO, Deborah Dugan, the academy's board of trustees officially terminated her. → Read More
From tiny clubs to packed arenas, musicians of all stripes are rocking the vote for Bernie Sanders
When Chuck D performed for thousands of Bernie Sanders supporters at L.A.'s Convention Center, he joined artists from Neil Young to the Strokes in working to elect Sanders president. → Read More
Willie Nelson’s 70th studio album, ‘First Rose of Spring,’ is coming soon
Willie Nelson will release his 70th studio album, "First Rose of Spring," on April 24, just five days ahead of his 87th birthday. → Read More
Willie Nelson's 70th album is due out days before he turns 87
Listen to the title track from Willie Nelson's 70th studio album, which features contributions from Chris Stapleton, Toby Keith and others. → Read More
Discover a living legend: Singer, songwriter, visual artist, Texas outlaw Terry Allen
Texas Renaissance man Terry Allen may be better known for his visual art than his poetic country-folk songs, which he'll perform this weekend in L.A. → Read More