News …

New book, “Girls Like Us,” chronicles the early careers of Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Carly Simon – The New York Times (registration may be required)

Trial doesn’t hamper R. Kelly’s star power – The Chicago Tribune

USPS releases Frank Sinatra commemorative stamp today – NPR

Scott Weiland begins 8-day jail stretch – People

Dwight Yoakam to make 24th appearance on “Tonight Show” this week, breaking the record for number of appearances on the program by any artist – Associated Press

You can’t have a vinyl comeback without a having a turntable comeback. It just ain’t natural – Boston Herald

Views …

Leonard Cohen opens first tour in 15 years in Fredericton, New Brunswick – “He was in fine voice all night long, and his enthusiasm never flagged over a 20-song performance.” Daily Gleaner

The Cure in Boston – “Smith’s 49-year-old voice has lost little of its range and nuance over the past 20 years, and his backers have become journeymen with great chops and restrained good taste.” – Boston Herald

Radiohead in Bristow, VA – “The crowd cheered rapturously, and for the briefest of moments, the stoic Yorke appeared to be smiling.” – The Washington Post

“Gigantour” in Edmonton – ” … wholesome, empowering, healthy heavy metal music served up to 4,500 black T-shirt-clad metalheads,” – Edmonton Sun

Taking Back Sunday in NYC – ” … started with a bang Friday night, as the band made its Madison Square Garden debut.” – Newsday

Architecture In Helsinki in Sydney, Australia – ” … they really enjoy making their potent sonic cocktail – and the enjoyment is infectious.” – Sydney Morning Herald

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

Stevie Wonder is 58

Lari White is 43

Darius Rucker (Hootie & The Blowfish) is 42

Andy Williams (Casting Crowns) is 36

Mickey Madden (Maroon 5) is 29