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Country Superstar Garth Brooks Announces 2014 World Tour

Brooks, 52, appeared to promote his new album, "Blame It All on My Roots: Five Decades of Influences," a six-disc set includes covers, his greatest hits and a DVD of his Las Vegas show.

(NEW YORK) - Country music superstar Garth Brooks has been coy about rumors his new album and post-Thanksgiving TV special could signal a return to the concert stage as well, until he sat down with " Good Morning America" anchor Robin Roberts.

"You know what, since it's you and since we've had a history forever, let's announce it. We're going on a world tour in 2014," Brooks told Roberts today on "GMA." "I can't believe I just did that but you are a doll."

Wal-Mart Driver Charged in Connection with Wreck That Injured Actor Tracy Morgan

"The facts are continuing to unfold. If it's determined that our truck caused the accident, a Wal-Mart spokesman said they will take full responsibility."

(NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. ) - A truck driver has been charged in a crash that critically injured comedian and actor Tracy Morgan after he turned himself in, police said Sunday.

Comedian Tracy Morgan in Critical Condition Following Bus Crash

One person is dead, and three others are also in critical condition.

(NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J.) - Comedian and actor Tracy Morgan is in critical condition this morning, following a limo bus crash on the New Jersey Turnpike.

State police say the bus overturned at around 1:00 a.m. EST north of Exit 7A, just north of the city of Trenton.

Singer Katy Perry Breaks Records in Twitter with 50 Million Followers and Beats Justin Bieber

UBS analysts do not hesitate to assert that the actions of Twitter are still among the most overvalued in the world market

(MADRID) - Singer Katy Perry (pictured) has conquered Twitter users reaching 50 million followers on the social network. Thus, the soloist has overcome its competitor, Justin Bieber, who has been in second place..

The number of followers on social networking has become an important factor , as it is one of the essential means to promote works , whether music or solidarity actions.

Musical Notes Can Carry A Great Tune

Tim King interviews Michael Krapovicky.

(AUBURN, ME) - Tim King: Michael, your music has a unique sound, strong and reminiscent of some of the really nice songs from the 70's through today, what is your inspiration?

Michael Krapovicky: All music that is out there has the ability to shape and influence, to emulate or reject. Bands like Pink Floyd and America challenge me to make the best music possible, where sound creates colors and evokes emotional experience. Lyrically, I try to glean from a wide variety of sources: novels, poems, songs of intellectual artists such as Bob Dylan and Steely Dan, in order to capture a feeling in the most concise way possible. Maine is a beautiful state, it is not surprising that it has its share of talented musical artists.

Salem Saturday Market Showered with Fun

Spring is in the air, and it was in full bloom in downtown Salem this weekend.

(SALEM) - The opening day of Salem Saturday Market 2014 was a great success with 85 vendors welcoming old friends and new to the area’s biggest outdoor market. The skies were heavy laden with clouds, and rain was in the forecast, but the sun broke through and very few drops fell. Salemites were ready for the market, and turned out by the hundred, rain or shine, umbrellas in tow.

“There are a lot of new vendors this year, and almost twice as many on opening day as we had last year,” said Kerry Jackson, the assistant Marketing Director for Salem Saturday Market. “Everyone is very enthusiastic and looking forward to a terrific season.”

New Song: `Done It All` by Jamal Belica & Ariana Zoto (feat. Marka)

Music producer JB gets emotional with sadness for his hero....

(BOSTON) - Ten-year-old actress, model, and singer Ariana Zoto and 12-year-old activist, music producer, and singer Jamal Belica have joined forces in a hot collaboration in an uplifting new song, 'Done It All.'

The song celebrates the positive power of motivation, confidence, dedication, and hard work, with snappy lyrics and pulsing rhythm.

Daryl Hall and Amos Lee Share `Brotherly Love` on 66th Episode

Live from Daryl's House on Palladia is "In a Philly Mood".

(LOS ANGELES) - Live from Daryl's House celebrates it's Philadelphia roots in its new Pawling, N.Y., location as fellow City of Brotherly Love native Amos Lee joins Daryl Hall for the show's 66th and latest installment.

The episode premieres on Viacom's high-definition music channel Palladia...

Joshua Powell & the Great Train Robbery Gypsy Tour

Channeling the foot-stomping vibe of a post-modern Neil Young, this storming Midwestern folk-rock trio creates a rustic American sound with lush plate reverb and vocal harmonies from the Powell brothers.

(SALEM) - In support of their new record, “Man Is Born For Trouble,” Joshua Powell & the Great Train Robbery will play at Duffy’s Hanger in Salem, Oregon on February 27th.

This is the third leg of their “Gypsy Tour.”

Next Week In The USA (Amina Figarova & Gilad Atzmon)

Schedule of appearances through 15 Feb. 2014.

(BALTIMORE) - Tuesday the 11th of Feb. Gilad Atzmon & Amina Figarova perform in Baltimore, MD: 8pm at An Die Musik — 409 N. Charles St. Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Tickets: $15 in advance/$18 at door/$10 full-time students with ID - A new, interesting development of the artistic dialogue between New York based pianist Amina Figarova, originally from Azerbaijan, and saxophone player Gilad Atzmon that began a few years ago in Luxembourg.