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Danny Brown surprised us, or at least those familiar with his foul mouth, by revealing that he was in the process of writing a Dr. Seuss-style children's book aiming to encourage black girls to appreciate themselves while promoting self-esteem. The emcee is hardly the first established musician to try his hand at children's literature, although usually those handling the pen could also live off their royalties forever so they have time to experiment with new things. Here are seven of the biggest musicians in recent memory that have taken time from their career of performing for adults to wrote for kids. -
The Next 'Entourage'? David Fincher to Direct 'Living on Video' - Show About Music Video Business for HBO
HBO may have found its new "Entourage." David Fincher is the mastermind behind "Living on Video," which follows an aspiring director who gets caught up in the business of music videos in the 1980s. The show was written by Rich Wilkes and Bob Stevenson, who was friends with Fincher when he was involved in the world of music videos. -
Lady Gaga, Bruce Springsteen and Usher Perform for Sting, Al Green at 2014's Kennedy Center Honors
Sting, Al Green and Tom Hanks were among some of the artists who received recognition at last night's Kennedy Center Honors ceremony Dec. 7. The 2014 class also included ballerina Patricia McBride and comedian Lily Tomlin. Earth, Wind & Fire, Jennifer Hudson, Usher and Mavis Staples performed a few of Green's hits, while Lady Gaga and Bruce Springsteen celebrated Sting.According to "USA Today's" coverage, Stephen Colbert opened the show by taking a respectful jab at politics and pop culture, which he is always ready to do."Tonight, Washington puts the arts above politics, because no matter what party you belong to, everyone wants a selfie with Tom Hanks," he said. -
Paul Stanley: KISS Was 'Screwed Over' at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, Gene Simmons Had Fun Though [WATCH]
Although Gene Simmons was glad to be a part of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, KISS frontman Paul Stanley was a little less enthused. The singer took to Twitter to express his displeasure with the appearance, for which they played "Rock and Roll All Nite," but offered no specific reason why. It sounds like there was some sort of miscommunication between the band's camp and an executive in charge of the parade. -
Music at The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: LIVE UPDATES! Meghan Trainor, Taylor Swift and yes, The Radio City Rockettes
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been a tradition for generations celebrating Thanksgiving over the years and in the last few decades has been an excellent showcase for both popular musicians and Broadway performers. Stay tuned as Music Times keeps you up to date with the performances in New York City as they happen. -
Idina Menzel, Sting, Nick Jonas to Perform at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will include more than 8,000 participants this November, including stars such as Idina Menzel, Sting, Nick Jonas and Meghan Trainor.This will be the 88th straight event, and "The Today Show" will host a three-hour broadcast that will also include Kiss, Renee Fleming, Mo'Ne Davis and more, according to "The Hollywood Reporter."Menzel recently announced a Christmas album, and will be a CMA Country Christmas performer, while Jonas recently talked about channeling Elvis while balancing acting and singing. -
Avicii, Nicki Minaj, Lorde, And More Partner With Disney For Fantasia: Music Evolved Video Game [WATCH]
A new video game from Disney called Fantasia: Music Evolved puts the power of composing music into gamers' hands. Based off the 1940 animated film Fantasia and built by Harmonix for Xbox One and Kinect for Xbox 630, the game is powered by motion control, where different body movements allow users to interact with the music. The game hosts more than 30 artists including Avicii, Peter Gabriel, Lady Gaga, Gorillaz, Queen, Sting, Lorde, Bruno Mars, Drake, The White Stripes, Nicki Minaj, Drake, The Flaming Lips, David Bowie, Jimi Hendrix, and the Who as well as Beethoven, Bach, Tchaikovsky, Vivaldi and other classical composers. -
Green Day, Nine Inch Nails, The Smiths Lead Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2015 Nominations
It may seem like the 2014 inductions to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum just happened, but it's already time to start the process all over again. Today (Oct. 9), the nominees for the class of 2015 were announced, and include some rock juggernauts including Lou Reed, Green Day, The Smiths and Stevie Ray Vaughan. -
VIDEO: No Doubt And Sting Perform 'Message In A Bottle' At Global Citizen Festival [WATCH]
After pumping through 10 songs, Gwen Stefani and co. introduced Sting, and The Police frontman proceeded to tear through his signature "Message in a Bottle" bass/vocal parts. -
Sting to Play with No Doubt at Global Citizen Festival Charity Event
There was already an impressive lineup in place for the 2014 Global Citizen Festival before Sting and Alicia Keys were announced as special guests Sept. 25. -
Sting and Al Green Named 2014 Kennedy Center Honorees
Can you believe that it's already time to start talking about the Kennedy Center Honors? This years' ceremony will be taking place on December 7th and the five extraordinary honorees include Sting, Al Green, Tom Hanks, Lily Tomlin and ballerina Patricia McBride. The 2014 Kennedy Center Honors will set out to honor these five celebs for devoting their lives to making the world a more culturally vibrant place. -
Sting Offering Chance To Work On His Italian Farm, For A Fee
How many of you have ever dreamed of working on a farm in the Italian countryside? Well, you're in luck (assuming you said yes to that question), because Sting wants to make your dreams come true. According to Telegraph, the former Police frontman is offering tourists the chance to pick grapes and olives from his estate in Tuscany, and all they have to do is pay him €262, or roughly $345.
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