"Opry" stage that once held Cash and Presley to be replaced (Reuters)

Reuters - For six decades the stage supported the likes of Patsy Cline, Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash, with the "hillbilly dust" sprinkled across its blonde oak planks adding to the legend of the Grand Ole Opry.

Amy Winehouse coroner not qualified: UK media (Reuters)

Reuters - The family of late soul singer Amy Winehouse said on Wednesday it was "taking advice" after learning that the coroner at the inquest into her death had resigned because she was not qualified to practise in Britain.

How low can you go? Record label launches bass hunt (Reuters)

Reuters - The Decca music label is looking for a singer who can go where no other singer is believed to have gone before -- a low "E," which is nearly three octaves below a middle "C" on the piano.

Mother of slain actress settles suit with Spector (AP)

AP - A lawyer says the mother of the actress Phil Spector was convicted of killing has settled her wrongful death suit against the legendary music producer.

Adele beats 7 new albums to keep top spot on chart (Reuters)

Reuters - British singer Adele stood her ground atop the Billboard album chart with "21" on Wednesday despite seven new entries vying for No. 1 this week, including stiff competition from country music singer Tim McGraw.

Madonna: Super Bowl show a "dream" come true (Reuters)

Reuters - Pop superstar Madonna said it was a dream come true to perform at the Super Bowl halftime show on Sunday and conceded she was feeling pressure at the idea of singing in front of the huge live television audience.

Bruce Springsteen joins Grammy Awards performers (Reuters)

Reuters - Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will perform at the 2012 Grammy Awards, joining Adele, Paul McCartney, Katy Perry, Taylor Swift and Nicki Minaj on the music show lineup.

Madonna launching video on billboards, online (AP)

AP - Clear Channel is giving Madonna all its luvin'.

Springsteen guitarist anticipates emotional shows (AP)

AP - Bruce Springsteen guitarist Steve Van Zandt s ays touring without saxophonist Clarence Clemons is sure to be emotional for the E Street Band and its audience.

Black Sabbath drummer says may pull out of reunion (Reuters)

Reuters - Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward has said he will not participate in the British heavy metal band's reunion recordings and tour unless he is offered a "signable" contract.