Celebrated Romanian jazz singer Anca Parghel dies (AP)

Rolling Stones insider pins Altamont fracas on cops (Reuters)

Reuters - December 6 is a day that will live in infamy in the annals of rock 'n' roll.

First a top hit, now Grammy nod: M.I.A. firmly pop (AP)

AP - Though M.I.A. has been hailed by critics since she made her debut in 2005, her fiery lyrics, which speak against corrupt political systems and talk of revolution and violence, have always ensured her a place far outside of music's mainstream — until recently.

Taylor Swift Gets Zip—and Other Grammy Surprises (E! Online)

E! Online - John Mayer has a reason to get a date (like he needs one). Taylor Swift and Miley Cyrus have a shared reason to grouse. Jennifer Hudson has a reason to smile.