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EXCLUSIVE VIDEO PREMIERE: Savannah Lynx 'Colors'

Savannah Lynx is not your average pop star. As her name reveals, her feline-like, femme fatale persona is the core of her artistic approach to music, but it isn't the only thing she has going for her. This 20-year-old Fordham University student has both brains and beauty.
Beyonce's spokesperson has denied the 'absurd' rumors claiming an affair with Barack Obama

The rumor mill has been working at full speed when it comes to the alleged affair between Beyonce and President Barack Obama. Yes, they have been friends for many years, but these claims forced Beyonce's reps to speak out.
Will Ferrell appears to have accepted Red Hot Chili Peppers' Chad Smith's drum-off challenge, as long as its for charity

Last week it was pretty hilarious when the similarity in looks between Will Ferrell and Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith was brought to light in a Reddit Ask Me Anything session. As a result, Smith decided to challenge Ferrell to a drum battle, and now Ferrell has responded, in the condition that it's for charity.
Frank Ocean's 'Super Rich Kids' is being targeted in a copyright lawsuit concerning Mary J. Blige's sample in the song

TufAmerica has filed a lawsuit involving Frank Ocean's Channel Orange track "Super Rich Kids" and its sample of Mary J. Blige's "Real Love," according to The Hollywood Reporter. The trouble isn't concerning the actual song in its entirety for copyright infringement, it's the fact that Mary J. Blige's sample was allegedly taken from The Honeydrippers 1973 song "Impeach the President." So it was an illegal sample of a sample.
Morrissey wrote another harsh letter about the Royal Family's hunting habits following Prince William's recent trip with Prince Harry

At this point, it's never really a surprise when Morrissey speaks out about his beliefs, especially concerning animal cruelty, and he's directed another letter toward Britain's Royal Family to condemn their hunting practices.
Pussy Riot Members are apparently getting Hollywood film offers but won't reveal any details yet

Pussy Riot members Nadezhda Tolonnikova and Maria Alyoshina have since headed to Berlin after spending time in New York promoting their new prison rights foundation both on The Colbert Report and at the Amnesty International's ''Bringing Human Rights Home'' concert in the Brooklyn.
EXCLUSIVE Q&A: Publicist Bernie Ilson talks about The Beatles on 'The Ed Sullivan Show'

It was 50 years ago today when The Beatles made their first appearance in the U.S. on The Ed Sullivan Show. The Fab Four went on to become one of the most iconic bands in music history. It was 1964 and not everyone was convinced that the British group would be a hit, but Bernie Ilson, author of Sundays with Sullivan: How the Ed Sullivan Show Brought Elvis, the Beatles, and Culture to America and one of the original publicists for The Ed Sullivan Show saw the potential, and as a result more than 73 million viewers tuned in.
Freaky Friday: Florence and the Machine covers The Beatles' 'Oh! Darling'

At Music Times, we love a good cover song. There's something wonderful about repurposing music and essentially bringing life to another creation. Music is not a rigid and inflexible product but rather a malleable one that allows songs to take on a new life as others reimagine it. Nothing gets a crowd more excited than seeing one of their favorite bands cover one of their favorite songs. The cover song makes music accessible to new audiences, and spreading music is what we are all about. Welcome to Freak Friday. Each week we highlight a new cover song that we're crazy about. Have suggestions? Send them our way! This week, we give you...
Fans are now able to bid on pieces of the drum kit Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith used during the Super Bowl performance

Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith is auctioning off his drum kit used at the band's Super Bowl performance, available in two separate pieces and three sets of sticks, on NFL.com. The band performed "Give It Away" with Bruno Mars, and the proceeds from the auction go to Make-a-Wish America.
The National covered Perfume Genius' "Learning" in conjunction with the band's new cover song contest

The National recently announced a Valentine's Day-oriented covers contest in which fans can submit their own version of "I Need My Girl" in hopes of winning a $500 prize. In honor of that endeavor, they have now released a cover of their own with a version of Perfume Genius' (Mike Hadreas) song "Learning."
The last interview with Jimi Hendrix, recorded just a week before he died, has been set to animation for the PBS web series 'Blank on Blank'

Jimi Hendrix sat down with British journalist Keith Altham just a week before his death in 1970 for what would end up being his last known interview. PBS' animated web series Blank on Blank has taken the six-minute audiotape and set it to an animated video.
The Men take on a new soulful sound with 'Another Night' from the upcoming record 'Tomorrow's Hits'

Brooklyn natives The Men have made a name for themselves by continuing to reinvent their sound, whether it was true punk rock in the beginning when they formed in 2008 or the more country and folk inspired Open Your Heart released in 2012. Then they went in a truly different direction when they released the folky acoustic album Campfire Songs in 2013.
Franz Ferdinand's Alex Kapranos sent an apologetic tweet to Pharrell after he previously called him out for stealing a riff

Alex Kapranos, frontman for Franz Ferdinand, has now apologized on Twitter for accusing Pharell of stealing a riff from one of his songs. Apparently he did not expect the backlash that came from his original tweet.
Women We Love Wednesdays: Jenny Lewis

It's no secret that women can rock just as hard, if not harder, than men. But there seems to be a disparity when it comes to their representation in the music industry. They are topping the charts but barely getting any slots at big name festivals (this years Coachella lineup is 90 percent male). To do what we can to celebrate these women and give them the positive recognition they deserve, each week Music Times will introduce you to a female in the music industry whom we love.
The Bob Marley children's musical 'Three Little Birds' will open off-broadway in Februrary featuring 'Is This Love' and 'Jammin'

Bob Marley's Three Little Birds, the children's play featuring the music of the famed reggae musician will take the stage at New York City's New Victory Theater in Times Square this Feb. 7.
Ringo Starr sets summer tour dates with his All Starr Band following his performance at the Grammys

Ringo Starr's band will officially be heading out on the road this summer with his current members, including Toto's Steve Lukather, Mr. Mister's Richard Page, original Santana singer Gregg Rolie, Todd Rundgren and drummer Gregg Bissonette. "I love playing with this band," Starr said in a statement according to Rolling Stone, "and I can't wait to get back out and play with them again."
Grammys 2014: Rap and R&B winners, Macklemore and Ryan Lewis took over the genre at this year's awards

This year, R&B and rap were recognized in a big way at the 2014 Grammys. Macklemore and Ryan Lewis really took over the genre for the awards. In addition to just taking home multiple trophies, they made a huge impression during their performance when Queen Latifah joined them to officiate the marriages 33 couples and Madonna joined in. When asked what Latifah thinks about the winners in the Best New Artist category, she told Los Angeles Times: "Macklemore & Lewis are hugely successful with Grammy after Grammy for making good music and for talking about things that matter to people."
The Beatles will soon be represented in a footwear collection provided by Vans with a 'Yellow Submarine' theme

Vans is honoring the Beatles with a new footwear collaboration that will come out on March 1. The iconic band will also receive some well-deserved recognition tonight at the Grammys with the Recording Academy's Lifetime Achievement Award.
Grammys 2014: Album of the Year, will Taylor Swift conquer again or do Kendrick Lamar, Macklemore and Daft Punk have a shot? [POLL]

The 56th Annual Grammy Awards hosted by LL Cool J will air live from the Los Angeles Staples Center this Sunday (January 26) at 8 p.m. EST on CBS. We've examined the biggest categories and have put in our two cents on who we think should win and who we think will win each award. Vote for your pick in the poll at the bottom of the page.
Grammys 2014: Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, Justin Timberlake and Jay Z compete with Rihanna [POLL]

The 56th Annual Grammy Awards hosted by LL Cool J will air live from the Los Angeles Staples Center this Sunday (January 26) at 8 p.m. EST on CBS. We've examined the biggest categories and have put in our two cents on who we think should win and who we think will win each award. Vote for your pick in the poll at the bottom of the page.
Grammys 2014: Best Pop Vocal Album, Justin Timberlake and Lorde battle it out [POLL]

The 56th Annual Grammy Awards hosted by LL Cool J will air live from the Los Angeles Staples Center this Sunday (January 26) at 8 p.m. EST on CBS. We've examined the biggest categories and have put in our two cents on who we think should win and who we think will win each award. Vote for your pick in the poll at the bottom of the page.
Belle and Sebastian frontman Stuart Murdoch talks about his Sundance film 'God Help the Girl' and a new album to hopefully come out this fall

Belle and Sebastian frontman Stuart Murdoch revealed his first feature film this past weekend at Sundance, God Help the Girl. The film, a musical about a whimsical summer spent in Glasgow between three new friends starting a band, took more than 10 years to make. "Sometimes you just want your life to turn into a pop song," Murdoch said as he introduced the film.
Opera singer Renée Fleming will follow in the footsteps of many pop and country divas when she sings the national anthem at the Super Bowl

This year, at Super Bowl XLVIII on Feb. 2, it won't be another pop diva or country music star singing the national anthem. Instead, soprano opera singer Renée Fleming will take on the job, and this will be the first time a classical musician has tackled "The Star-Spangled Banner."
Women We Love Wednesdays: Ellie Goulding

It's no secret that women can rock just as hard, if not harder, than men. But there seems to be a disparity when it comes to their representation in the music industry. They are topping the charts but barely getting any slots at big name festivals (this years Coachella lineup is 90 percent male). To do what we can to celebrate these women and give them the positive recognition they deserve, each week Music Times will introduce you to a female in the music industry whom we love.
Grammys 2014: Best Rap/Sung Collaboration, Who Should Win vs. Who Will Win [POLL]

The 56th Annual Grammy Awards hosted by LL Cool J will air live from the Los Angeles Staples Center this Sunday (January 26) at 8 p.m. EST on CBS. We've examined the biggest categories and have put in our two cents on who we think should win and who we think will win each award. Vote for your pick in the poll at the bottom of the page.
Grammys 2014: Best Rock Song, Who Should Win vs. Who Will Win [POLL]

The 56th Annual Grammy Awards hosted by LL Cool J will air live from the Los Angeles Staples Center this Sunday (January 26) at 8 p.m. EST on CBS. We've examined the biggest categories and have put in our two cents on who we think should win and who we think will win each award. Vote for your pick in the poll at the bottom of the page.
Grammys 2014: Best Dance/Electronica Album

Music Times considers who should and who will win the Grammy for Best Metal Performance on January 26.
Hundreds gathered for Phil Everly's memorial in Kentucky on Saturday

A memorial service was held on Saturday for Phil Everly in Powderly, Ky. Two hundred people gathered, including fans, other musicians and friends of the Everly Brothers. Country musician Marty Brown performed songs by the duo.
Lady Gaga has been unbanned in China after her work was considered vulgar in 2011

Lady Gaga's ARTPOP has now been unbanned in China. In 2011, the artist's work was censored because it was considered vulgar.
The Sundance documentary '20,000 Days on Earth' highlights Nick Cave's relationships with Kylie Minogue and ex-bandmate Blixa Bargeld and reveals how he lost his virginity

Iain Forsyth and Jane Pollard's 20,000 Days on Earth is a film centered on the legendary rocker and writer Nick Cave, but it isn't your average music documentary. Instead of just following Cave around for an "in the life of..." type movie, the filmmakers and Cave actually staged scenarios.