News …

Having problems buying tickets for your favorite artists? You’re not alone – Washington Post

Recording studio has that classic ’70s guitar sound – The Seattle Times

Five things you probably didn’t know about Taj Mahal – Birmingham News

Sure, you know Nick Cave is an artist. But did you know Nick Cave is an artist? – The Age

Amy Winehouse’s husband arrested for trial fixing plot – The Times

No surprise here – Music fans prefer DRM-free music – Macworld

Views …

M.I.A. bounces in San Fran – San Jose Mercury News (registration may be required)

Dane Cook roars – Columbus Dispatch

Jay-Z flawless in Chicago – The Chicago Tribune

Neil Young stretches in the Twin Cities – Star Tribune

Garth gets rowdy in fourth KC show – Kansas City Star

Regina Spektor’s “good” haunting – The Dallas Morning News

They Say It’s Their Birthday (or so says Associated Press)

In 1895, George D. Hay, the founder of the Grand Ole Opry

In 1941, Tom Fogerty – Creedence Clearwater Revival

In 1943, Lee Graziano, drummer with The American Breed

In 1944, Phil May, lead singer with Pretty Things

In 1948, Alan Gratzer, REO Speedwagon drummer

In 1948; Joe Bouchard, Blue Oyster Cult

In 1948, Benny Mardones

In 1969, Scarface, real name Brad Jordan, of Geto Boys

In 1973, Nick Lachey

In 1978, Sisqo, whose real name is Mark Andrews.