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10 of TIME's 100 'most influential'

What does it mean to be influential today? TIME Magazine may not have a scientific answer, but they identified scores of people in their 2012 “100 Most Influential People in the World” list, released this week. Here is a sampling of 10 people from around the world who made the cut.
20 essential Android tips and tricks

Several weeks ago, we highlighted 20 useful iPhone tricks everyone should know. We got such good feedback from that feature that we wanted to share the love with Android users – who, after all, make up the largest proportion of the smart phone community.
Whitney Houston: Her Grammy wins

The singer dominated album sales and received many award nominations during her heyday – here are the songs and albums that got her Grammy Awards.
In Pictures: Bob Dylan turns 70
Record Store Day: Five gems worth hunting for

Here are five gems that you'll never see warping in the sun at a garage sale at my house.

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American Idol: Joshua Ledet learns that three's a crowd (+video)

American Idol: Though not a shocking elimination, the loss of Joshua Ledet was an unfortunate choice by voters. That leaves Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips in next week's American Idol finale.
10 of TIME's 100 'most influential'

What does it mean to be influential today? TIME Magazine may not have a scientific answer, but they identified scores of people in their 2012 “100 Most Influential People in the World” list, released this week. Here is a sampling of 10 people from around the world who made the cut.
20 essential Android tips and tricks

Several weeks ago, we highlighted 20 useful iPhone tricks everyone should know. We got such good feedback from that feature that we wanted to share the love with Android users – who, after all, make up the largest proportion of the smart phone community.
Beyond Adele

A look at some other British soul sisters whose vocal talents deserve a listen.
Davy Jones remembered as 'The Monkees' teenage heartthrob

Davy Jones, the lead singer on the 1960s television band 'The Monkees,' passed away on Wednesday at his home in Florida.
Whitney Houston: Her Grammy wins

The singer dominated album sales and received many award nominations during her heyday – here are the songs and albums that got her Grammy Awards.
The Reformed Broker
Bruce Springsteen, Occupier

The Boss has a new album coming out that's heavily focused on economic justice
Reformed Van Halen performs intimate NYC gig

David Lee Roth reunited with Eddie and Alex Van Halen to play an intimate show at New York's historical Cafe Wa?
Top Picks: Miami City Ballet on PBS, New York Times documentary on DVD, new Feist CD and more

Miami City Ballet Dances Balanchine & Tharp from "Great Performances" airs on PBS' Arts Fall Festival, Documentary follows The New York Times as it enters world of social media, Grammy-winner Feist releases new CD and more top picks.
Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, Nicolas Sarkozy expecting first child

Carla Bruni-Sarkozy: Asked to confirm rumors it's a boy, she told Friday's Nice Matin daily, 'I don't even know, myself. There are things that are better kept secret.'
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Jon Anderson keeps his summer tour small, intimate

Jon Anderson keeps his summer tour smaller and more intimate than his former band Yes, who are hitting the road with classic rock legends Styx. The former Yes lead singer begins his tour July 9 at the Vancouver Island Musicfest in Canada.
Pia Toscano scores record deal, releases single

Pia Toscano, beloved by American Idol fans, is releasing her first single on July 12, and will release an album with Interscope Records later this year.
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A rocking summer: Supertramp touring, Steven Tyler and Aerosmith recording, and a new album for Yes

There aren’t any signs that classic rock is going away anytime soon, and summer is the time of year when things usually start to happen in the music business. The band Supertramp is touring in Canada, and after finishing with his first season as an American Idol judge, Steven Tyler will join the rest of Aerosmith in the recording studio.
In Pictures: Bob Dylan turns 70
Record Store Day: Five gems worth hunting for

Here are five gems that you'll never see warping in the sun at a garage sale at my house.
In Pictures: 'Celebrity Apprentice' cast
Top Picks: 'Downton Abbey,' Buffalo Tom, 'Secret Service Files,' and more

A television series on dysfunctional British aristocrats, an alternative rock band, a behind the scenes look at the Secret Service, and more recommendations.
In Pictures: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees
Holiday gift guide 2010: Top 5 music picks

Music is appreciated throughout the year and makes a great holiday gift for family and friends. Here are some suggestions – ranging from Ken Burns' 'Baseball' soundtrack to Dave Brubeck – recommended by the Monitor staff. Click on the link at the end of each item to purchase on amazon.com, and a small percentage will go to support the Monitor.
Justin Bieber wins 4 American Music Awards, including artist of year

Justin Bieber was the night's biggest winner with four awards and the youngest performer ever to capture the entertainer award.
Top picks: 'Edible Stories,' 'Mood Music for Time Travellers,' and more

Author Mark Kurlansky's 'Edible Stories,' Either Orchestra CD 'Mood Music for Time Travellers,' Martin Scorsese documentary 'Public Speaking' on Fran Lebowitz, and more recommendations.
"Girl Talk" provokes copyright owners with free download of new album, 'All Day'

Musical artist and mashup DJ "Girl Talk" has posted his entire 'All Day' album online as a free download - provoking copyright owners for the fifth time.
New Michael Jackson song prompts more controversy

New Michael Jackson song: 'Breaking News,' a new song said by his record label to have been recorded by Jackson in 2007 and 'recently brought to completion,' opens with clips from old news reports about the more bizarre events in Jackson's life.
Soul music survivors: Mavis Staples and Bettye LaVette

Soul music singers Mavis Staples and Bettye LaVette bring a rare maturity and authority to the age of 'American Idol.'
Top picks: Robert Plant, Cuba's unique flora and fauna, Patrick Dougherty's sculptures, and more

Robert Plant's new album 'Band of Joy,' PBS documentary on 'Cuba: an Accidental Eden,' sculptor Patrick Dougherty's new book 'Stickwork,' and more recommendations.