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Kanye West Executive Producing Rihanna's New Album: "FourFiveSeconds" Stars Teaming Up Again

Kanye West still has a ways to go before he completely takes over the universe, but he's inching closer. The Chicago-born rapper and international superstar performed two songs during Sunday night's Grammy Awards,
Rick Ross Says Best Rap Album Grammy 'Isn't In Touch,' Iggy Azalea 'Doesn't Represent the Community At Large'

Rick Ross is never afraid to address the elephant in the room and the Best Rap Album was his target of choice on Saturday. Last year, the category produced one of the most controversial winners in Grammy history.
Kanye West College Course: Professor Explains Why He's Teaching Yeezy-Inspired Class

Remember that new Kanye West class offered at Missouri last year? Well, Georgia State now offers a similar course - - "Kanye West vs. Everybody: Black Poetry and Poetics From Hughes to Hip-Hop" - - and the professor recently explained why he thinks it's a good idea.
Grammys 2015 Live Stream: Watch Performances by Kanye West, Beyoncé, Katy Perry, Madonna and More Here

After weeks of predictions, announcements and general tomfoolery, The 2015 Grammys are finally here. While you can check out the awards ceremony on national television on CBS at 8 p.m. ET, you also have the option to live stream all the action right here in order to see performances by Kanye West, Beyoncé, Katy Perry, Madonna and more.
Theophilus London Hates Wingstop, Calls Out Rick Ross on Twitter

Rick Ross loves Wingstop. There is little debate here. The rapper currently owns at least nine franchises around the country, and he told "Forbes" last year that "the energy in here is always fun." But Kanye West accomplice Theophilus London made it clear Saturday, Feb. 7, that he hates Wingstop and all it stands for, and he called out Ross on Twitter.
Bob Dylan Calls Out Merle Haggard, Who Promptly Responds on Twitter

As reported earlier today, Feb. 8, Bob Dylan received the MusicCares Person of the Year Award Saturday night, Feb. 7, an honor that included musical tributes from Bruce Springsteen, Jack White and several others. But instead of focusing on the positive things in his speech, Dylan decided to take some shots at various music legends. Among those with shade thrown their direction was Merle Haggard, who responded on Twitter.
RIP Dean Smith: Twitter Pays Respects to Legendary North Carolina Basketball Coach

Dean Smith died Saturday night, Feb. 7, at 83. The former North Carolina Tar Heels basketball coach’s death was met with a wave of support and love Sunday, Feb. 8, with thousands of social media users paying their respects to Smith, who led the University of North Carolina to two national titles, 11 Final Four appearances and 30 combined conference titles.
Katy Perry Super Bowl Halftime Show: Singer Explains How NFL Was 'Boss Daddy' During Preparation

By all accounts, performing at the NFL Super Bowl halftime show is an incredibly nerve-wracking thing to do. Missy Elliott said her anxiety levels were off the charts before her set last Sunday, Feb. 1, and Katy Perry recently revealed that her preparation was no walk in the park, either. "In my show, I am boss daddy," she told "Elle," referring to her typical world tour setup. "I am boss mommy. They call me Boss. Everything goes through my eyes; I call all the shots, 100 percent of it."
James Hetfield of Metallica Says He's Been 'Seeking Validation' His Whole Life

James Hetfield is a walking, breathing metal god, but even he has his flaws. Speaking in a new YouTube video entitled "Road to Recovery," the Metallica singer outlined his issues with self-esteem, saying he's been "seeking validation" his whole life.
Scott Ian of Anthrax Wishes the Internet Didn't Exist

Scott Ian is not a fan of the Internet age. The Anthrax guitarist was a star in the early 1990s, when CDs reigned supreme and Al Gore was still a Tennessee U.S. senator. Like most old-school rockers, Ian is dismayed by the post-millennium Web culture that has shuttered several labels, studios and radio stations. Overall, he wishes the Internet didn't exist.
Bobby Shmurda Speaks From Jail, Calls the Judge and District Attorney 'A Bunch of Haters'

Bobby Shmurda has been in jail for almost two months, but he claims the joint is not a bad time. "I get a lot of love in here," he told "Billboard," adding that it is "survival of the fittest." The 20-year-old rapper was booked for weapons possession, conspiracy, reckless endangerment and criminal use of drug paraphernalia in December, and could face up to 25 years in prison for his most serious charge -- conspiracy -- according to "Billboard." He even called the judge and district attorney "a bunch of haters."
Grammys 2015 'Best Song Written for Visual Media' Nominees, Who Should & Will Win: 'Let It Go' Versus Everybody

This is the category that kids usually love most; And this year, everybody should be about the movie life. All of these songs were excellent additions to their films, and in some cases far exceeded their film in terms of popularity.
Lady Antebellum Enjoys Writing Songs in Airplane Restrooms, Apparently

The name of Lady Antebellum's forthcoming tour, Wheels Up, just got a new meaning. Charles Kelley said that he and Hillary Scott usually spend their airplane time writing new songs, and he also shared an off-key story about one of those flights that involved a restroom on an airplane!
The Yardbirds Announce New Lineup, U.S. Tour Dates [SCHEDULE]

Jim McCarty has overseen several iterations of The Yardbirds, his famous British Invasion band that spawned Hall of Fame guitarists such as Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page. They've recently announced a new lineup and a new, U.S. tour.
Hunter Hayes Grammy Acceptance Speech: Singer Already Plans on Forgetting Words

Hunter Hayes is only nominated in one category at this Sunday's Grammy Awards -- his single "Invisible" is up for Best Country Solo Performance -- but the young star will have an incredibly busy weekend.
LoCash Announces 2015 'I Love This Life' Tour Dates

2015 is a make-or-break year for LoCash, a country duo consisting of Chris Lucas and Preston Brust. They're releasing their first Revival Records single -- "I Love Life" -- on Feb. 23, and they just announced a lengthy run of dates that will keep them on the road through August.
Eddie Murphy Talks New Single 'Oh Jah Jah,' Michael Jackson and Ferguson

You might not remember this, but Eddie Murphy used to be a singer. The world-famous comedian and actor put out three major-label studio albums between 1985 and 1993. In a recent interview, he talked about a new single, "Oh Jah Jah," Michael Jackson and Ferguson.
Tupac and Outkast Were Going to Work Together, According to Handwritten Letter [PHOTO]

We know Tupac Shakur was one of the most beloved rappers of the '90s (and, as evidenced by his shooting death, one of the most hated), but we had no idea he was this benevolent. 'Pac apparently had plans to include several artists -- including Outkast -- in a new project he called ONE NATION, according to a handwritten letter
Chris Paul Calls Out Female NBA Ref on Technical Foul - 'This Might Not Be For Her'

On Thursday night, NBA fans finally got the scary-good version of the Cleveland Cavaliers they'd been waiting for all season. But LeBron James and co.'s dominating 105-94 win was overshadowed by the Los Angeles Clippers' immaturity on the court and anger during the post-game interview process. While many players were upset (the Clips picked up five total technical fouls), star point guard Chris Paul went past general criticism of the officials to single out rookie ref, Lauren Holtkamp.
Spoon Announces North American 'They Want My Soul' Tour Dates [SCHEDULE]

Spoon is not done with the road. Led by Britt Daniel, the band is charging ahead after finishing a lengthy tour engagement to wrap up 2014. The Texas group is still touring behind their 2014 album, "They Want My Soul," which we gave generally positive reviews last summer.
Imagine Dragons 'Smoke + Mirrors' Tour: "Radioactive" Band Announces 2015 Schedule

The Las Vegas quartet are charging ahead with Smoke + Mirrors, the follow-up to their international smash Night Visions. The full-scale marketing scheme now includes a massive tour that will put the band on the road for two full months this summer.
Nate Ruess Talks Solo Career, Album During Fun. Hiatus

There will not be a new fun. album. There will not be a long list of tour dates announced. There will be no fun. at all, actually. That's because Nate Ruess broke up the band late last summer.
Will Smith, Jimmy Fallon Beat Box "It Takes Two" on 'The Tonight Show' [WATCH]

Just days after a Fresh Prince throwback with DJ Jazzy Jeff, Jimmy Fallon decided to bring the show's former star -- Will Smith -- onto The Tonight Show to recreate some serious '80s magic.
Grammys 2015 Best Alternative Album Nominees, Who Should & Will Win: Arcade Fire and St. Vincent Make It a Close Call

These days, it feels as if we're on the cusp of a guitar comeback in the mainstream. Ever since Mumford and Sons introduced a new wave of pop-folk, Top 40 radio has slowly relented on its "dance only" policy.
Missy Elliott Talks Super Bowl Halftime Show: "I Have Never Experienced Such Anxiety"

Katy Perry was the star of Sunday's Super Bowl XLIX halftime show, but Missy Elliott stole plenty of thunder during her short three-song appearance.
Built To Spill Announce New Album 'Untethered Moon,' Begin U.S. Tour In March

After a six year gap, Built to Spill are ready to release a new album, Untethered Moon. While there is no release date officially listed, frontman Doug Martsch told Las Vegas Weekly in 2014 that the disc might be ready by April.
Alice Cooper Loves Playing With Johnny Depp: "It's Not About His Ego"

You know the drill by know: Johnny Depp is an actor who likes to play music with his celebrity musician friends, but he doesn't take it too seriously. Depp has made it clear that he finds it "sickening" when movie stars attempt to make careers out of music.
Grammys 2015 Best Gospel Performance/Song Nominees, Who Should & Will Win: Lecrae's Star Power Tough to Top

The Grammys do not give too much of a rip about the gospel category, as evidenced by the combination of "performance/song" that several other genres get split into two categories. But it is a blessing in disguise, because we get to judge these songs as the full package. There is star power in the 2015 nominees -- most notably Lecrae and Mali Music -- and plenty of talent -- Karen Clark-Sheard's singing performance will knock your socks off -- but who should win? And who will win?
Dave Matthews Band Announce 2015 UK and Ireland Tour [DATES]

The Dave Matthews will be making the trek overseas to Ireland and the UK after they finish up their lengthy North American tour this summer.
Mark Kozelek Reminisces About When He'd Never Heard of Modest Mouse

Mark Kozelek (Sun Kil Moon) and Ben Gibbard (Death Cab for Cutie) exchanged emails for The Thread near the end of 2014. The two were back at it again this week, and Kozelek recounted a story about Modest Mouse and the time before he had ever heard of them.