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Tyler, Perry lead Songwriters Hall of Fame class

The Songwriters Hall of Fame is saluting 1970s and `80s rock `n' roll with its 2013 induction class....

 

Taylor Swift named Billboard's Woman of the Year

Taylor Swift named Billboard's Woman of the Year

It's another honor for Taylor Swift. The country music superstar has been crowned "Woman of the Year" by Billboard magazine. The 21-year-old multiplatinum singer-songwriter is the youngest to receive the award, which has gone to Beyonce, Reba McEntire and Fergie. The announcement was made Tuesday.

 

Nick Ashford, of Motown Writing Duo, Dies at 70

Mr. Ashford and his songwriting partner and later wife, Valerie Simpson, composed hits for Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, Ray Charles, Diana Ross, Chaka Khan and themselves.

 

Garth Brooks among 2011 Songwriters Hall inductees

Garth Brooks among 2011 Songwriters Hall inductees

The Songwriters Hall of Fame has honored the likes of Garth Brooks, Leon Russell and Allen Toussaint at its annual gala in New York City.

 

Phoebe Snow, Bluesy Singer-Songwriter, Dies at 60

Phoebe Snow, Bluesy Singer-Songwriter, Dies at 60

Ms. Snow’s “Poetry Man” was her defining hit song, and the folk guitarist made forays into jazz and blues.

 

Country Music Singer Chely Wright Comes Out

Country singer/songwriter Chely Wright is coming out to People Magazine this week. While her revelation will no doubt shock her mostly conservative fanbase, Chely is done hiding who she is.

 

Furtado to release Spanish album

Furtado to release Spanish album

Singer songwriter Nelly Furtado is set to release her first album recorded entirely in Spanish, according to reports.

 

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